Direct Support Professional / Special Needs Caregiver

bayada· Habilitation PA (HPA) - 487
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📍 Pittston, PA 18642 | 41.34803283 | -75.763153601

About this role

Join BAYADA Home Health and Make a Difference in Your Community 

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join the team in and around NEPA! BAYADA’s special needs aides - DSPs - work 1:1 in home and community settings as a companion and mentor. We specialize in assisting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities reach their full potential!

 

Make an Impact:

  • Provide personal care assistance (dressing, grooming, hygiene)
  • Assist with daily living tasks, such as cooking and cleaning
  • Accompany clients on errands, appointments, and community integration activities
  • Spend time on the client’s favorite hobbies

 

Compensation & Schedule:

  • Competitive pay rates with a weekly pay schedule 
  • Flexible scheduling (various shifts) 
  • Short commute times (we try to match opportunities near your home)
  • Mileage reimbursement

 

Benefits To Love:

  • Education & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities
  • Recognition & Rewards: Recognition programs, referral bonuses
  • Positive Work Environment: Stable and supportive work environment with around the clock clinical support
  • Paid Time Off: PTO (paid time off) and paid holidays (both part time and full time employees earn!)
  • Other: Employee assistance program (EAP) and more!

 

Qualifications for Our Support Professionals:

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

 

Details:

  • Locations We're Hiring: Scranton, Pittston, and Wilkes Barre areas!
  • Type: Part Time (with the ability to grow to full-time equivalent!) - primarily days, evenings, and weekends!
  • Pay: $17.50 and up 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

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. 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. BAYADA recognizes and rewards our 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Direct Support Professional / Special Needs Caregiver position at bayada?
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Where is the Direct Support Professional / Special Needs Caregiver position at bayada located?
This Direct Support Professional / Special Needs Caregiver role at bayada is based in Pittston, PA 18642 | 41.34803283 | -75.763153601. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Direct Support Professional / Special Needs Caregiver at bayada belong to?
This Direct Support Professional / Special Needs Caregiver position is part of the Habilitation PA (HPA) - 487 department at bayada. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Direct Support Professional / Special Needs Caregiver job at bayada posted?
This Direct Support Professional / Special Needs Caregiver position at bayada was posted on Jun 8, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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