Direct Support Professional - DSP

BAYADA Home Health Care; Tunkhannock (Wyoming County); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible scheduling

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care in Tunkhannock is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide one-on-one care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The role involves helping clients build confidence, gain skills, and live independently. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience and a high school diploma. BAYADA offers competitive pay up to $18/hour, flexible scheduling, and a supportive work environment dedicated to your growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience providing support to individuals with disabilities.
• Flexibility to work various shifts and locations.
• Reliable transportation to drive clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support and personal care to clients.
• Assist clients in building life skills and independence.
• Encourage engagement in home and community activities.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Flexibility to work a variety of shifts

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bring Comfort, Connection, and Care Into Every Home You Serve

Are you driven by building trust, creating stability, and helping others grow? Bring your skills into a more personal setting—where your support can truly be felt.

At BAYADA, our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide one‑on‑one care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them build confidence, strengthen everyday skills, and live more independently in the comfort of their own homes.

If you have at least one year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, this is your opportunity to turn that experience into meaningful, relationship‑centered work.

Now Hiring in:

Tunkhannock and around Wyoming County!

What You’ll Gain with BAYADA

• Weekly pay for reliability and peace of mind
• Flexible scheduling designed around your life
• Short commutes—we match you with clients close to home
• A supportive environment with the tools you need to succeed
• Scholarships and career growth opportunities
• A stable, long‑term opportunity with a trusted organization
• Paid time off
• 24/7 clinical support whenever you need guidance

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay up to $18 per hour
• Flexible scheduling with a variety of shifts and locations
  • Mondays and Wednesdays 6am-12pm
• Short commute times—we aim to place you within 30 minutes of home
  • Mileage reimbursement options available

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• High school diploma or equivalent (18+)
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts and locations
• Reliable transportation and ability to drive clients to activities
• Willingness to travel between clients within your assigned area

What You’ll Do

• Provide support with daily routines and personal care
• Help individuals build life skills and maintain independence
• Offer encouragement, consistency, and meaningful companionship
• Support engagement at home and within the community

At BAYADA, you’re not just filling a role—you’re joining a team built on respect, inclusion, and support. We’re committed to helping you succeed, both professionally and personally.

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.