Special Needs Caregiver / DSP

$500 Sign-On Bonus Available in Buncombe, Henderson, and McDowell Counties! BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Caregivers, Direct Care Workers, and Community Support Professionals to join our growing team in Marion, NC and surrounding areas. As a DSP, you will work one-on-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in their homes and communities. You'll serve as a mentor, companion, and support professional, helping clients build independence, develop life skills, and participate in meaningful community activities. If you're looking for a rewarding caregiver, special needs caregiver, or disability support role where you can make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. How You'll Make an Impact • Provide personal care assistance, including dressing, grooming, and daily living support • Accompany clients to appointments, errands, and community outings • Participate in hobbies, recreational activities, and social engagement opportunities • Assist with meal preparation and household routines • Support community integration and independence goals • Build positive relationships with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities Compensation & Schedule • Starting pay at $15/hr+ • Weekly pay • Flexible scheduling • Afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts available • Short commute times whenever possible Benefits You'll Love • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA and HSA options • Paid training and ongoing professional development • Scholarship and career advancement opportunities • Referral bonuses and employee recognition programs • Supportive team environment with ongoing guidance • Paid Time Off (PTO) • 401(k) with company match • Employer-paid life insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Qualifications • One year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, developmental delays, autism, behavioral health, or special needs preferred • High school diploma or equivalent required • Passion for helping others and making a meaningful impact Locations We're Hiring • Marion • Old Fort • Spruce Pine • Buncombe County • Henderson County • McDowell County • Surrounding communities Join BAYADA Today Whether you've worked as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), Caregiver, Habilitation Technician, Direct Care Worker, Community Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, Behavioral Health Technician, Residential Counselor, Human Services Professional, CNA, Home Health Aide, or Special Needs Caregiver, this could be an excellent opportunity to grow your career while making a difference in the lives of others. Apply today and start building a rewarding career with BAYADA Home Health Care 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.