Special Needs Caregiver (DSP)

BAYADA Home Health Care; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

A home health care provider is seeking Direct Support Professionals in Chester and Delaware County, PA. In this part-time role, you'll assist individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, providing personal care, companionship, and support. Starting pay is $18 per hour with flexible scheduling options across various shifts. Join a team that values your well-being and offers training, medical benefits, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance like dressing and grooming.
• Accompany clients on errands and appointments.
• Assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation.

Skills

Experience with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Personal care assistance

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join BAYADA Home Health and Make a Difference in Your Community!

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join the team in Chester County and Delaware County, PA. BAYADA’s special needs caregivers – Direct Support Professionals DSPs – 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. 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.

You will be part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values. We provide an opportunity for you to make a difference in the lives of others and offer flexibility in our roles to match your needs. We are PART‑TIME and provide flexibility with scheduling through various shift locations and times throughout Chester and Delaware County, PA.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Provide personal care assistance (dressing, grooming)
• Accompany clients on errands and appointments
• Spend time on the client’s favorite hobbies and activities
• Assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation
• Participate in community integration activities

Compensation & Schedule

• Competitive pay rates starting at $18 / hour with a weekly pay schedule
• Flexible scheduling (part-time, full-time, various shifts)
• Short commute times (we try to match opportunities within 30 minutes near your home)
  • Options for mileage reimbursement

Benefits You’ll Love

• 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 Support Professionals

• One or more years of experience working with intellectual and developmental disabilities (if you do not have this experience, training may be available through our apprentice program)
• High school diploma or equivalent (18+)

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.

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

Locations We’re Hiring

Exton, Malvern, West Chester, Downingtown, Springfield, Lansdowne, Glenn Mills, Aston, Glenolden

Type

Part‑Time, Weekdays, Weekends available

Pay

$18; weekly; based on experience

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

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.