Direct Support Professional (DSP)

<div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&]:mt-1" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="1eba6e2a-45b8-4f6e-9127-dd13797e91a2" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-2"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling"> <p><strong>Flexible Schedule. Meaningful Work. Life-Changing Impact.</strong><br>Start a career that truly matters with BAYADA Home Health Care as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). Are you ready to turn your compassion into something bigger? At BAYADA, you won’t just have a job - you’ll have a purpose. Every day, you’ll help individuals in your community live more independently, confidently, and fully, while building a career you love.</p> <p>We’re hiring <strong>Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)</strong> in:</p> <ul> <li>Hickory</li> <li>Conover</li> <li>and other areas throughout Catawba County!</li> </ul> <p>You’ll build meaningful one-on-one connections, supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities as a trusted companion and champion for their independence.</p> <p><strong>Why BAYADA? </strong></p> <ul> <li>Make a real difference, in your clients' lives <em>and</em> your own</li> <li>Flexible schedules that fit your lifestyle</li> <li>Part-time roles with growth up to 40 hours/week</li> <li>Work close to home with convenient shifts</li> <li>A people-first culture built on respect, compassion, and support</li> </ul> <p><strong>How You’ll Make an Impact as a Direct Support Professional (DSP):</strong></p> <ul> <li>Empower independence and confidence</li> <li>Engage in hobbies, activities, and meaningful moments</li> <li>Support daily living tasks like meal prep and routines</li> <li>Encourage community engagement and social connection</li> <li>Provide personal care with dignity and respect</li> <li>Assist with transportation for appointments and outings</li> </ul> <p><strong>Compensation & Flexibility</strong></p> <ul> <li>$15/hr. </li> <li>Weekly pay</li> <li>Flexible part-time schedules (afternoons, evenings and weekends)</li> <li>Short commutes (typically within 30 minutes of home)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits Designed for You</strong></p> <ul> <li>Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options)</li> <li>Career growth (scholarships, paid training, development programs)</li> <li>Recognition & rewards (bonuses, referral programs)</li> <li>Support you can count on (24/7 clinical team + strong team culture)</li> <li>Paid time off & holidays</li> <li>401(k) + company match & employer-paid life insurance</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Bring as a Direct Support Professional (DSP):</strong></p> <ul> <li&