BAYADA Home Health Care·Lewistown, Pennsylvania
Provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities to promote independence and community integration. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living tasks, personal care, and transporting clients to appointments.
Flexible Schedule.
Meaningful Work.
Life-Changing Impact.
Are you ready to turn your compassion into something bigger?
At BAYADA, you won’t just have a job, you’ll have a purpose.
Every day, you’ll build meaningful one-on-one connections, supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities as a trusted companion and champion for their independence.
We’re hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas (Richfield, Thompsontown, Milroy, Mount Union, and more)!
Why BAYADA?
Because your work should work for you.
Make a real difference—in your clients' lives and your own Flexible schedules that fit your lifestyle Part-time roles with growth up to 40 hours/week Work close to home with convenient shifts A people-first culture built on respect, compassion, and support How You’ll Make an Impact Engage in hobbies, activities, and meaningful moments Support daily living tasks like meal prep and routines Encourage community engagement and social connection Provide personal care with dignity and respect Assist with transportation for appointments and outings Compensation & Flexibility $17.50 / hour Weekly pay Flexible part-time schedules (multiple shift options) Days and Evenings Weekends Short commutes (typically within 30 minutes of home) Mileage reimbursement options
Designed for You Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options) Career growth (scholarships, paid training, development programs) Recognition & rewards (bonuses, referral programs) Support you can count on (24/7 clinical team + strong team culture) Paid time off & holidays 401(k) + company match & employer-paid life insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) What You Bring Experience supporting individuals with I/DD High school diploma or equivalent (18+) Reliable transportation to support client needs Recognized as: 3.8 stars on Indeed & Glassdoor Newsweek’s Greatest Workplace (Overall, Women, Parents & Families, Diversity) Forbes Best Employers for Veterans Don’t just find a job. Find your purpose. Apply today and start making a difference with BAYADA! 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.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent. Reliable transportation and experience supporting individuals with I/DD are required.
Market context
Direct Support Professional roles in Pennsylvania are typically in steady demand because providers need reliable staff to support daily living, community participation, and transportation for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These openings can be competitive when they require prior IDD experience, a high school diploma, dependable transportation, and the ability to drive clients, while offering PTO, flexible scheduling, mileage reimbursement, weekly pay, and growth opportunities. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting so you can quickly confirm fit and save research time.