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Direct Support Professional (DSP)

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$500 Sign on Bonus Buncombe and McDowell counties!
*Bonus paid in full after successfully completing 100 hours of work.


Make a Difference Every Day. Build a Career That Matters.

Your care has the power to change lives. At BAYADA, you'll see that impact from day one.

Join BAYADA as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a meaningful difference every day. You'll provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them build confidence, gain independence, and achieve goals they never thought possible. This is more than a job, it's an opportunity to create lasting connections, celebrate life-changing milestones, and be the reason someone has a brighter day.

We are currently hiring Direct Support Professionals in the following areas:

  • Asheville
  • Candler
  • Black Mountain
  • Leicester

What You'll Do As A Direct Support Professional (DSP):

  • Help individuals participate in community activities and social events
  • Provide encouragement, mentorship, and meaningful companionship
  • Support personal care needs, including dressing and grooming
  • Transport clients to appointments, errands, and community outings
  • Empower individuals to reach their goals and live as independently as possible

Pay & Schedule for Direct Support Professionals (DSP):

$16/hr. + Weekly pay

  • Flexible part-time schedules
  • Multiple shifts available
  • Work close to home

Benefits You'll Love as a Direct Support Professional (DSP):

  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription, FSA, and HSA options
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career growth opportunities, scholarships, and free training programs
  • Employee recognition and referral bonus programs
  • Supportive team environment with 24/7 clinical support

What We're Looking For in our Direct Support Professionals (DSP):

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least 18 years of age
  • One year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred
  • Reliable transportation and ability to drive clients to appointments and activities

Why Choose BAYADA?

At BAYADA, you're more than an employee—you're part of a team that values compassion, respect, inclusion, and belonging. We're proud to be recognized by Newsweek and Forbes as a top employer and remain committed to investing in the success and growth of our employees.

If you're ready for a career where every day brings purpose, connection, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference, apply 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.

What this application asks

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First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter

  • Preferred First Name optional
  • This position requires that you be at least 18 years of age. Do you meet this requirement? choose one
  • Are you authorized to work in the United States? choose one
  • Do you currently live in the area or plan to relocate within the next 90 days? choose one
  • Please select the option that best describes your experience supporting individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and/or autism. choose one
  • Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent? choose one
  • I verify that all information provided about my background, education, licensure, employment history, and skills is true, complete, and correct. I authorize BAYADA Home Health Care to independently verify any information provided by me in the hiring process and if hired, throughout my employment. BAYADA may specifically contact any reference, learning institution, current or previous employer of mine whether disclosed in my employment application or not. I understand that any offer of employment may be withdrawn or terminated if discrepancies are found. choose one
  • Inquiries regarding driver’s licensure and willingness to provide transportation services will not prevent employment with BAYADA but shall only be used with respect to and may impact placements with clients requesting such services. The provision of community-based services may require staff to transport clients using their own vehicles. Are you comfortable with this responsibility? choose one