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Special Needs Caregiver (DSP)

BAYADA Home Health Care

$18 / hour

Downingtown, PA 19335 | 40.0204718 | -75.716078405Part-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking Special Needs Caregivers (DSP) to join the team in Chester County and Delaware County, PA. BAYADA’s Special Needs Caregiver (DSP) 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. 

Locations We’re Hiring: Exton, Malvern, West Chester, Downingtown, Springfield, Lansdowne, Glenn Mills, Aston, Glenolden

Type: Part-Time, Weekdays, Weekends available

How You’ll Make an Impact as a Special Needs Caregiver (DSP):

  • 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 as a Special Needs Caregiver (DSP):

  • 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 Special Needs Caregivers (DSP):

  • One or more years of experience working with intellectual and development 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. 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!

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. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

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.

Benefits

  • health insurance
  • 401(k)
  • paid time off
  • parental leave
  • life insurance

About this role

BAYADA Home Health Care is hiring part-time Special Needs Caregivers (DSPs) across Chester and Delaware County, Pennsylvania to provide one-on-one support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, you'll work in clients' homes and community settings as a companion and mentor, helping with personal care, errands, appointments, meal preparation, and recreational activities tailored to each person's interests. The work combines hands-on caregiving with community integration, offering genuine opportunities to support people in reaching their potential.

The position requires at least one year of experience working with intellectual and developmental disabilities, though BAYADA's apprentice program may provide training for those without prior experience. You'll need a high school diploma or equivalent and must be 18 or older. Starting pay is $18 per hour with a weekly schedule, and BAYADA prioritizes matching assignments within 30 minutes of your home to minimize commute time. Part-time and full-time hours are available across various shifts and days, including weekends.

Beyond base pay, BAYADA offers health insurance options, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) matching, employer-paid life insurance, and an employee assistance program. The company also provides educational development opportunities, free training, and recognition programs. With a 3.8-star rating on Indeed and Glassdoor and recognition as a Newsweek Greatest Workplace, BAYADA emphasizes a supportive team environment with around-the-clock clinical support.

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