DSP / Community Support Worker

bayada home health care; Costa Mesa (CA, PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid trainings

Mileage reimbursement

PTO

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care in Erie County, PA is seeking DSPs / Community Support Workers to provide 1:1 care in home and community settings. You’ll help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities reach their goals, with shifts mainly daytime Monday through Friday and a 1-day orientation.

Join a team that values compassion, reliability, and growth, with weekly pay, paid trainings, mileage reimbursement, and benefits including health insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• One year experience working with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• High school diploma or equivalent (18+)
• Ability to transport clients to community activities

Responsibilities

• Assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation
• Spend time on the client's favorite hobbies and activities
• Support the client's goals towards independence in the home and community
• Accompany clients on errands and appointments
• Participate in community integration activities to focus on socialization

Skills

Experience with IDD

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you interested in assisting clients through 1:1 community integration? Join BAYADA Habilitation!

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking DSPs / Community Support Workers to join the team in Erie County, PA. BAYADA’s DSPs / Community Support Workers work one-on-one in home and community settings as support for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities to help them reach their goals and fullest potential. As a member of our team, you will be valued, respected, and heard. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow, and we can’t wait for you to join us.

The more flexible and reliable you are, the more shifts you may be able to work! The majority of our shifts are daytime Monday through Friday. We value compassion, excellence, and reliability, and are seeking DSPs who will also be committed to our values.

Work available throughout Erie County in variety of locations!

Such as Erie, Fairview, Girard, Waterford, Edinboro, and more

Compensation & Schedule:

• Competitive pay rates with a weekly pay schedule ($19.50 / hour +)
• Paid trainings and only a 1-day paid orientation!
• Flexible scheduling (part-time, daytime hours, various shifts) mainly Monday - Friday dayshifts
• Short commute times (we match opportunities within 30 minutes near your home)
• Mileage reimbursement weekly

How You’ll Make an Impact as a DSP / Community Support Worker:

• Assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation
• Spend time on the client's favorite hobbies and activities
• Support the client's goals towards independence in the home and community
• Accompany clients on errands and appointments
• Participate in community integration activities to focus on socialization

Benefits You’ll Love as a DSP / Community Support Worker:

• Possibility of 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 (paid time off) and paid holidays
• Other Benefits: 401(k) with company match, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP)

Qualifications for Our DSP / Community Support Worker:

• One year experience working with intellectual and development disabilities
• High school diploma or equivalent (18+)
• Ability to transport clients to community activities

Thrive in a Culture That Cares:

We put your well-being first, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment of belonging where you can achieve your goals. Don't just take our word for it:

• Rated 3.8 stars on Indeed & Glassdoor
• Newsweek's Greatest Workplace for Overall, Women, Parents & Families, Diversity
• Forbes Best Employers for Veterans

BAYADA recognizes and rewards our support professionals who set and maintain the highest standards of excellence. Join our caring team today!

Locations: Erie, Fairview, Lake City, Girard, Waterford, Edinboro
Shifts: part-time, PT, mornings, dayshifts, weekdays, flexible, M-F, Monday-Friday

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.