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BAYADA Home Health Care

Special Needs Caregiver / 1:1 Direct Support Professional

State College, Pennsylvania, United States

Location
State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Part-time
Level
Not stated
Function
Customer success & support
Pay
From $17.00 an hour (read from the ad)
Posted
2 days ago

Pay and the market here

The top of this role’s range, $35K a year, is 23% below the median of $46K for customer success jobs in Pennsylvania (middle half $37K – $120K, 78 jobs that state pay).

123 customer success jobs open in Pennsylvania: 17% remote, 50 posted in the last 30 days.

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About the role

Become a BAYADA DSP for Rewarding Work and Competitive Pay!

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join the team in and around State College, PA. BAYADA’s special needs caregivers - Direct Support Professionals DSPs - work one-on-one in home and community settings as a companion and mentor for individuals with intellectual or developmental disability to help them reach their full potential.

As a member of our team, you will be valued, respected, and heard. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow, and we can’t wait for you to join us. You will be part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values. We provide an opportunity for you to make a difference in the lives of others and offer flexibility in our roles to match your needs. BAYADA recognizes and rewards our support professionals who set and maintain the highest standards of excellence. Join our caring team today!

Hiring Direct Support Professionals in the following locations: Centre Hall, Rebersburg, State College, Bellefonte, Philipsburg, and more!

How You’ll Make an Impact as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Provide personal care assistance (dressing, grooming, basic hygiene)
  • Accompany clients on errands and appointments
  • Spend time on the client’s favorite hobbies and activities
  • Assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation
  • Participate in community integration activities

Compensation & Schedule

  • Competitive pay rates and weekly pay!
  • Flexible scheduling (part-time, various shifts)
  • Short commute times (we try to match opportunities near your home)

Benefits You’ll Love

  • Education & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training
  • Recognition & Rewards: Recognition programs, referral bonuses
  • Positive Work Environment: Stable and supportive work environment with around the clock clinical support and a team environment that cares
  • Paid Time Off: PTO (paid time off) and paid holidays
  • Other Benefits: 401(k) with company match, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP)

Qualifications for Our Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • One year experience working with intellectual and development disabilities
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 18 years of age or older

Details

  • Locations We're Hiring: State College, Centre Hall, Rebersburg, Mifflinburg, Lewisburg, Selinsgrove, Lewistown, and Lock Haven
  • Type: Part-time - Days, Evenings, and Weekends!
  • Pay: Starting at $17/hr.+ (based on experience)

Thrive in a Culture That Cares

We put your well-being first, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment of belonging where you can achieve your goals. Don't just take our word for it:

  • Rated 3.8 stars on Indeed & Glassdoor
  • Newsweek's Greatest Workplace for Overall, Women, Parents & Families, Diversity
  • Forbes Best Employers for Veterans

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.

Source

Posted by BAYADA Home Health Care on their own hiring page, jobs.bayada.com. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 10:28 UTC; the original is the reference.

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