About the role
Make a Lasting Impact as a Direct Support Provider (DSP) for People with Disabilities.
Join the Maui Habilitation Team
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
Weekly pay starting at $20/hour, with opportunities to earn higher rates when supporting clients with more complex needs.
BAYADA Habilitation is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and individuals with caregiving experience, including those who have cared for a family member.
In this meaningful role, you'll support individuals with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them live more independent and fulfilling lives.
Looking for afternoon work? With school back in session, we're seeking caregivers to support school-aged clients after their school day. Services take place in both home and community settings.
Schedule: Part-time, Monday through Friday, approximately 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Locations We’re Hiring: Kahului, Kihei, Makawao, Wailuku and surrounding communities.
This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping people with disabilities achieve their goals, build independence, and engage in their communities. As a Companion or Buddy, you'll make a lasting impact by providing support that helps individuals thrive as valued members of their community.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Build meaningful, lasting relationships through one-on-one support for a few hours each week.
- Engage in the client's favorite hobbies and community activities, such as Special Olympics events.
- Support individuals in developing independence and achieving personal goals, including budgeting, socializing, shopping, using public transportation, and exercising
- Provide attentive, person-centered support that promotes dignity, respect, and choice.
- Help ensure the client's safety, well-being, and success at home and in the community.
- Make a meaningful difference while creating enjoyable and rewarding experiences throughout Maui.
Compensation & Schedule
- Weekly Pay
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid training
- Short commute times (matching you to opportunities in your community)
Benefits You’ll Love
- Flexible Scheduling: Build a schedule that works around your availability.
- Personalized Client Matching: Work with clients matched to your skills, experience, and preferences.
- Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, plus FSA and HSA options.
- Education & Development: Scholarship opportunities, free courses, professional development resources, and on-the-job training.
- Recognition & Rewards: Employee recognition programs and referral bonuses.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Additional Benefits: 401(k) with company match, employer-paid life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
We’re Seeking Candidates With
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years of age
- A passion for supporting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
- Ability to transport clients in your personal vehicle
- Patience, empathy and dedication
Part of our onboarding process includes completing fingerprinting in accordance with state requirements and BAYADA policy. Fingerprinting is fully paid for by BAYADA at no cost to you.
Thrive in a Culture That Cares
BAYADA fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment of belonging. Don't just take our word for it:
- Voted by Star-Advertiser Readers as the #1 Non-Medical Home Care Provider
- Forbes Top 10 Employer in Hawaii, 3 years in a row
- Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, #1 Healthcare Employer in Hawaii
- Newsweek's Greatest Workplace overall, for women, parents & families, and diversity
With offices throughout Hawaii, BAYADA offers the opportunity for you to work locally, impact your community, and grow professionally. 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.