BAYADA Home Health Care·Kahului, Hawaii
As a Companion/Buddy, you will support individuals with disabilities in community activities and help them achieve personal goals. You will assist in developing independence and creating enriching experiences that promote inclusion.
Make a Lasting Impact as a Companion/Buddy for People with Disabilities.
Join the Maui Team Today!
$1,000 Sign on Bonus
$20.00 per hour
Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Companion/Buddy
Make a meaningful difference in someone's life as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) with Bayada Home Health Care. In this rewarding role, you'll work one-on-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them build independence, participate in their community, and achieve personal goals.
As a Companion/Buddy, you will support individuals as they engage in community activities, develop life skills, build social connections, and enjoy meaningful experiences that promote independence and inclusion.
This is an excellent opportunity for compassionate and dependable individuals who are passionate about helping others live their best lives. You'll play an important role in creating an environment where people with disabilities can thrive as valued members of their communities.
No experience required—we provide training!
Build meaningful, long-term relationships through one-on-one support.
Participate in clients’ favorite activities and community events, including programs such as Special Olympics.
Assist individuals in developing independence and achieving personal goals, such as budgeting, shopping, socializing, using public transportation, and maintaining an active lifestyle.
Provide support with dignity, respect, and person-centered care.
Promote client safety and well-being at home and in the community.
Help create enjoyable and enriching experiences that support inclusion and quality of life.
Have fun on Maui as a supportive Buddy!
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in your community, we'd love to hear from you!
Locations: Kahului, Wailuku, Kihei, Pukalani, Makawao, Kula
Employment Type: Part-Time (Weekday and Weekend Availability)
Weekly Pay Starting at $20/hour, with higher rates based on experience.
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 [https://www.bayada.com/50].
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.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. A passion for supporting individuals with disabilities, along with patience and reliability, is essential.
Market context
Companion and buddy roles for people with disabilities are often in steady demand in Hawaii, where providers need reliable support staff for daily assistance and community engagement. These jobs can be competitive because employers value patience, empathy, and consistency, and this role is open to candidates age 18+ with a high school diploma or equivalent, even without prior experience. If you are considering applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here first so you can quickly compare the medical, dental, vision, PTO, and FSA details against the original posting.
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