Direct Support Care Specialist

BAYADA Home Health Care; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a Direct Support Care Specialist to provide one-on-one assistance in home and community settings for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Join a compassionate team helping clients achieve their full potential while benefiting from paid training, flexible scheduling, and recognition programs.

Benefits

Paid Clearances, Training and Orientation

Weekly pay ($18+), PTO

Flexible scheduling and short commute times

Positive and stable work environment

24/7 on call clinical manager support

Qualifications

• One year experience working with I/DD individuals; training available through apprentice program.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance (dressing, grooming).
• Accompany clients on errands and appointments.
• Assist with meal preparation.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Do meaningful work in your community. BAYADA work one-on-one in home and community settings as a companion and mentor for individuals with intellectual or developmental disability to help them reach their full potential.

We have job openings in the following locations:

• Baldwin, PA
• Brentwood, PA
• South Hills, PA
  
  
  

BAYADA offers DSPs the following benefits:

• Paid Clearances, Training and Orientation
• Weekly pay ($18+), PTO
• Flexible scheduling and short commute times
• Positive and stable work environment and the tools you need to do your job
• Reward and Recognition programs
• 24/7 on call clinical manager support
  
  
  

Job Responsibilities For DSPs

• You will provide personal care assistance (dressing, grooming)
• You will accompany clients on errands and appointments
• You will spend time on the client’s favorite hobbies and activities
• You will assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation
• You will participate in community integration activities
  
  
  

Qualifications for DSPs:

• One year experience working with I/DD individuals; If you do not have this experience, training is available through our apprentice program
• High school diploma or equivalent
  
  
  

What happens after you apply:

• You will receive an email confirming receipt of your inquiry
• The recruiter will reach out via email or phone to schedule an in-person or zoom interview
• Next steps will be outlined clearly after your successful interview
  
  
  

BAYADA was Awarded Forbes Best Employer for Women 2020

BAYADA was Voted Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2018 & 2019

BAYADA recognizes and rewards our Direct Support Professionals who set and maintain the highest standards of excellence. Join our caring team today!

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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