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Special Needs Caregiver (DSP) - part-time

Keaau, HI 96749 | 19.633215832 | -155.02521156

 

Join BAYADA Habilitation and Make a Difference in Your Community!

Join Our Big Island Team —$1,000 Sign on Bonus 

Weekly pay starting at $20/hour, with opportunities to earn higher rates when supporting clients with more complex needs.

 

BAYADA Habilitation is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) who are passionate about helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live more independent and fulfilling lives.

In this rewarding role, you will provide one-on-one support in community settings to individuals with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. You'll help individuals develop life skills, increase confidence, participate in community activities, and achieve their personal goals.

At BAYADA, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a supportive and inclusive work environment where team members are valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Through comprehensive training, ongoing support, and opportunities for professional growth, we invest in your success every step of the way.

 

Opportunities available in: Hilo, Keaau, Mountain View, Pepeekeo, Ocean View, Hawi, Kealakekua, and surrounding areas.

Type: Part-Time (Weekday and Weekend Availability)

 

How You’ll Make an Impact:   

  • Spend time on the client’s favorite hobbies and activities.
  • Participate in community integration, leisure activities, errands, and having fun.
  • Patiently teach, encourage, and celebrate small achievements, giving people the space to grow.
  • Opportunity to enhance caregiving skills with support from our clinical managers.
  • Provide personal care assistance as needed.

 

Compensation & Schedule: 

  • Weekly Pay 
  • Flexible scheduling  
  • Short commute times (matching you to opportunities in your community) 
  • Mileage reimbursement 

 

Benefits You’ll Love: 

  • Flexible schedule around your availability.  
  • Clients match your skill and comfort level.
  • Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA and HSA options 
  • Education & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training 
  • Recognition & Rewards: Recognition programs, referral bonuses 
  • Positive Work Environment: Stable and supportive work environment with around-the-clock clinical support and a team environment that cares 
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Other Benefits: 401(k) with company match, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP) 

 

Qualifications: 

  • One year of personal or professional experience supporting individuals with intellectual or Developmental disabilities (Relevant experience may include behavioral health, special education, dementia or Alzheimer's care)
  • Ability to transport clients to community activities
  • High school diploma or equivalent 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age 
  • The ability to read and write in English

Part of our onboarding process includes completing fingerprinting in accordance with state requirements and BAYADA policy. Fingerprinting is fully paid for by BAYADA at no cost to you

 

Thrive in a Culture That Cares:  

BAYADA fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment of belonging. Don't just take our word for it: 

  • Voted by Star Advertiser Readers as the #1 Non-Medical Home Care Provider  
  • Forbes Top 10 Employer in Hawaii, 3 years in a row 
  • Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, #1 Healthcare Employer in Hawaii 
  • Newsweek's Greatest Workplace overall, for women, parents & families, and diversity 
Looking for flexible, part-time work that fits your life while making a meaningful difference? We'd love to hear from you.

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.  Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

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