DSP/Direct Support Professional

Posted 23 Days Ago
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Philadelphia, PA
Entry level
Healthtech
The Role
As a DSP, you will provide personal care and companionship to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, assisting them with daily activities, errands, and community integration. You are responsible for creating a positive environment and enhancing their overall well-being.
Summary Generated by Built In

Do meaningful work in your community. BAYADA 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.

We have job openings in the following locations:

  • Greater Northeast Philadelphia Area
  • East Norriton

BAYADA offers DSPs the following benefits:

  • Paid Clearances, Training and Orientation
  • Weekly pay, PTO
  • Flexible scheduling and short commute times
  • Positive and stable work environment and the tools you need to do your job
  • Scholarship, Reward and Recognition programs
  • 24/7 on call clinical manager support

Job Responsibilities for DSPs

  • You will provide personal care assistance (dressing, grooming)
  • You will accompany clients on errands and appointments
  • You will spend time on the client’s favorite hobbies and activities
  • You will assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation
  • You will participate in community integration activities

Qualifications for DSPs:

  • One year experience working with I/DD individuals; If you do not have this experience, training is available through our apprentice program
  • High school diploma or equivalent

What happens after you apply:

  • You will receive an email confirming receipt of your inquiry
  • The recruiter will reach out via email or phone to schedule an in-person or zoom interview
  • Next steps will be outlined clearly after your successful interview



BAYADA was Awarded Forbes Best Employer for Women 2020

BAYADA was Voted Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2018 & 2019


BAYADA ofrece a sus Home Health Aides (HHAs)/Cuidadores de Salud en el Hogar:

  • Pago semanal
  • Horario flexible para su estilo de vida
  • Tiempo de viaje corto-tratamos de encontrar oportunidades cerca de su hogar
  • Ambiente de trabajo positivo y las herramientas que necesita para su trabajo
  • Programas de becas
  • Ambiente de trabajo estable-invertimos en nuestro equipo de cuidados
  • Tiempo pago de vacaciones
  • Apoyo de supervisores clínicos las 24 horas


Requisitos para Home Health Aide (HHA)/Cuidadores de salud en el hogar

  • Mínimo de un año de experiencia laboral
  • Licencia vigente (y activa) de Home Health Aide (HHA)/Cuidador de salud en el hogar de la junta en buen estado


Responsabilidades de trabajo para Home Health Aides (HHAs) Cuidadores de salud en el hogar

  • Actividades de vida cotidiana
  • Limpieza liviana del hogar
  • Bañar
  • Aseo
  • Baño
  • Cuidado de las uñas 
  • Ejercicios/Rango de movimiento
  • Transferencias/uso de aparatos mecánicos de levante
  • Alimentación oral
  • Chequeo de signos vitales: temperatura, pulso, respiración
  • Tareas de manejo del hogar: lavado de ropa, preparación de alimentos, tender la cama, etc.
  • Asistencia con ambulación
  • Asistencia con medicación


BAYADA reconoce y premia a nuestras/os HHAs que ponen y mantienen los estándares mas altos de excelencia. ¡Únase a nuestro cálido equipo hoy!

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

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.

The Company
Pennsauken Township, NJ
11,144 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1975

What We Do

Founded in 1975, BAYADA has become a trusted leader in providing a full range of clinical care and support services at home for children and adults of all ages. With more than 360 offices with 28,000 employees in 23 states and 6 countries, BAYADA has remained true to Mark’s commitment to purpose by finding, training, and supporting employees who take pride and joy in healing and helping. For more information, visit www.bayada.com.

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