Direct Support Professional (DSP)

BAYADA Home Health Care·Mexico, Missouri

$19 - $19/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 16 hours ago

Practice for this role

Direct Support Professional (DSP) · $19 - $19/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-34% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Mexico, Missouri ($29.00/hr)

$16.68/hr · lowesthighest · $54.75/hr

this role: $19.00/hrmedian $29.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted healthcare roles in Mexico, Missouri rates. This role sits in the 25th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 34% below the Mexico, Missouri median for similar positions.

Provide compassionate care to clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their own homes. Work independently to deliver mental and behavioral health support within the client's home and community.

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 Home Health Aide / Habilitation Technician / Direct Support Professional openings in the following locations: Mexico, MO (and surrounding areas) BAYADA offers Direct Support Professionals: Weekly pay ($19 per hour) 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: Passion for providing mental/behavioral health care to individuals with ID/DD 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.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of verifiable work experience with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities. The role requires the ability to work independently and a passion for providing behavioral health care.

Independent work
Compassionate care
Behavioral health care
Home health care
Intellectual disability support
Developmental disability support

Benefits

Flexible scheduling
Paid time off
Weekly pay
Scholarship programs
Clinical manager support

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $19 - $19/hr
Location: Mexico, Missouri
Posted: Sep 10, 2026
Application: Employer website

Missouri DSP roles need experienced caregivers

In Missouri, Direct Support Professional roles are often driven by steady demand for caregivers who can support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These positions are competitive because employers look for verifiable experience with this population, plus a clear commitment to person-centered care. On this page, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review the role faster; before applying, confirm your experience matches the one-year requirement and note the schedule and support details.