BAYADA Home Health Care·Lenoir, North Carolina
Provide personal care, meal preparation, and assistance with errands for clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Support clients through community integration activities and independent living within their own homes.
Would you like to give compassionate care to clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the comfort of their own homes?
To qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of verifiable work experience with individuals who have intellectual/developmental disabilities.
We have current Direct Support Professional openings in the following locations: Lenoir, Granite Falls, and the surrounding area Morning, afternoon and weekend shifts available BAYADA offers Direct Support Professionals: Weekly pay Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle Short commute times – we try to match you to opportunities near your home Positive work environment and the tools you need to do your job Scholarship programs A stable working environment – we invest in our care team Paid time off 24 / 7 on call clinical manager support Job Responsibilities of a Home Care Direct Support Professional: Provide personal care assistance (dressing, grooming, etc.) Accompany clients on errands and appointments.
Assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation.
Participate in community integration activities.
Ability to work independently in a client’s home/community BAYADA recognizes and rewards our Direct 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.
Candidates must have at least one year of verifiable work experience with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities. Ability to work independently in a home or community setting is required.
Market context
In North Carolina, special needs caregiver roles are often driven by ongoing demand for direct support staff who can work with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for verifiable experience, a genuine commitment to this population, and reliability in day-to-day care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then prepare one example that shows your hands-on experience and approach to person-centered support.