Companion/Buddy for People with Disabilities
Quick Summary
At least one year of experience providing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Nice to Have
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BAYADA is seeking compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), caregivers, personal care aides, nurse aides, and individuals with caregiving experience, including those who have cared for a family member.
In this rewarding role, you will provide one-on-one companionship and community-based support to individuals with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. You'll help individuals build independence, develop life skills, participate in community activities, and achieve their personal goals.
Many team members begin part-time and have opportunities to increase their hours as additional client assignments become available.
Relevant experience may include supporting individuals with disabilities, behavioral health, special education, dementia or Alzheimer's care.
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Spend time on the client’s favorite hobbies and activities.
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Participate in community integration activities, errands, and appointments.
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Patiently teach, encourage, and celebrate small achievements, giving people the space to grow.
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Opportunity to enhance caregiving skills with support from clinical managers.
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Provide personal care assistance as needed
What We Offer
~1 min readRequirements
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At least one year of experience providing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
- Ability to transport clients to community activities
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Be at least 18 years of age
- The ability to read and write in English
BAYADA fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment of belonging. Don't just take our word for it:
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Voted by Star Advertiser Readers as the #1 Non-Medical Home Care Provider
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Forbes Top 10 Employer in Hawaii, 3 years in a row
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Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, #1 Healthcare Employer in Hawaii
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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!
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.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- ≈ $41,600 a year
- 38% below the $67,500 median for Other jobs on Jobera (115,751 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 36 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- September 9, 2026
- First seen
- September 9, 2026
- Last seen
- October 16, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 36
- Repost count
- 1
- Trust Level
- 41%
- Scored at
- October 16, 2026
Signal breakdown
Nonprofit home health care provider offering nursing, rehabilitative, therapeutic, and personal care services
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