BAYADA Home Health Care·Elkin, North Carolina
Provide one-on-one personal care, companionship, and mentoring for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Assist clients with daily tasks, errands, and community integration activities to help them reach their full potential.
Make a Difference Every Day. Build a Career That Matters.
Your care has the power to change lives. At BAYADA, you'll see that impact from day one.
Join BAYADA as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a meaningful difference every day. You'll provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them build confidence, gain independence, and achieve goals they never thought possible. This is more than a job, it's an opportunity to create lasting connections, celebrate life-changing milestones, and be the reason someone has a brighter day.
✔ Help individuals participate in community activities and social events ✔ Provide encouragement, mentorship, and meaningful companionship ✔ Support personal care needs, including dressing and grooming ✔ Transport clients to appointments, errands, and community outings ✔ Empower individuals to reach their goals and live as independently as possible
Pay & Schedule
Don't have experience? We may be able to help. Ask about our apprentice training program and start building a career with purpose.
Why Choose BAYADA?
At BAYADA, you're more than an employee—you're part of a team that values compassion, respect, inclusion, and belonging. We're proud to be recognized by Newsweek and Forbes as a top employer and remain committed to investing in the success and growth of our employees.
If you're ready for a career where every day brings purpose, connection, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference, apply 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 [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 have a high school diploma or equivalent. One year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is required.
Market context
In North Carolina, part-time special needs caregiver roles often see steady demand from families and providers supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These positions can be competitive because employers usually look for both a high school diploma and prior hands-on experience, while benefits like on-the-job training, PTO, and referral bonuses can help offset the hourly pay range. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then confirm your experience with IDD support and note any relevant training when you apply.