Independence Coach & Companion — Flexible Schedule, $20/hr

BAYADA Home Health Care; Lihue (HI); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule around availability

Client matching by skills

Health insurance

Education & development

Recognition & rewards

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care Kauai Habilitation invites you to join our team as a Habilitation Technician, working as a Companion/Buddy to help individuals with disabilities gain and maintain independence in the community.

We offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus and pay at $20 per hour with a flexible part‑time schedule across Kauai. No prior experience required, just a passion to help others thrive and stay engaged with local activities and friends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Passion for providing opportunities to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Build long lasting relationships in a one‑on‑one setting a few hours a week.
• Spend time on the client’s hobbies and activities, like Special Olympics.
• Support clients in developing independence and achieving goals (e.g., budgeting, socializing, shopping, using public transportation, exercise).
• Be attentive to meet the individual’s needs with dignity and respect.
• Ensure client safety and well‑being in the home and community.
• Have fun on Kauai as a supportive Buddy!

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Dedication

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Care Kauai Habilitation invites you to join our team as a Habilitation Technician, working as a Companion/Buddy to help individuals with disabilities gain and maintain independence in the community.

We offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus and pay at $20 per hour with a flexible part‑time schedule across Kauai. No prior experience required, just a passion to help others thrive and stay engaged with local activities and friends.