Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Special Needs Caregiver

bayada; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Scholarships and training programs

Employee recognition and referral bonu

Job summary

BAYADA is hiring Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Special Needs Caregiver in Mt. Airy, NC and nearby areas. You’ll provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them participate in daily activities, build confidence and independence.

Pay is $16.00 per hour with weekly pay and flexible part-time schedules. Benefits include health/dental/vision, PTO, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, EAP and opportunities for training and career

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• One year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Reliable transportation and ability to drive clients to community activities.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals participate in community activities and social events.
• Provide encouragement, mentorship, and meaningful companionship.
• Support personal care needs, including dressing and grooming.
• Transport clients to appointments, errands, and community outings.
• Empower individuals to reach their goals and live as independently as possible.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day. Build a Career That Matters. Your care has the power to change lives. At BAYADA, you’ll see that impact from day one.

Join BAYADA as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Special Needs Caregiver and make a meaningful difference every day. You’ll provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them build confidence, gain independence, and achieve goals they never thought possible. This is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to create lasting connections, celebrate life-changing milestones, and be the reason someone has a brighter day.

We are currently hiring Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Special Needs Caregivers in the following areas:

• Mt. Airy, NC
• Elkin, NC

What You’ll Do as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Special Needs Caregiver:

• Help individuals participate in community activities and social events
• Provide encouragement, mentorship, and meaningful companionship
• Support personal care needs, including dressing and grooming
• Transport clients to appointments, errands, and community outings
• Empower individuals to reach their goals and live as independently as possible

Pay & Schedule

• $16.00/hr.
• Weekly pay
• Flexible part-time schedules
• Multiple shifts available
• Work close to home

Benefits You’ll Love as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Special Needs Caregiver:

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, FSA, and HSA options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career growth opportunities, scholarships, and free training programs
• Employee recognition and referral bonus programs
• Supportive team environment with 24/7 clinical support

What We’re Looking For in Direct Support Professionals (DSP) / Special Needs Caregivers:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 18 years of age
• One year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred
• Reliable transportation and ability to drive clients to community activities

Don’t have experience? We may be able to help. Ask about our apprentice training program and start building a career with purpose.

Why Choose BAYADA?

At BAYADA, you’re more than an employee-you’re part of a team that values compassion, respect, inclusion, and belonging. We’re proud to be recognized by Newsweek and Forbes as a top employer and remain committed to investing in the success and growth of our employees. If you’re ready for a career where every day brings purpose, connection, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

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.

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.