Turn Compassion Into Real Impact — Direct Support Professional
What if caregiving didn't mean short-staffed shifts and clients back-to-back? What if it meant showing up for one person, a few hours a week, out in the sunshine on Kauai — helping them live their best life on their own terms? Make a Lasting Impact as a Direct Support Professional & Habilitation Tech!
Come join the Kauai Habilitation Team!
Pay Rate: $20/Hour - $1,000 Sign on Bonus
BAYADA Habilitation is looking for a Habilitation Technician to work as a Direct Support Professional and companion to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop and maintain as much independence as possible in the local community.
This is a rewarding opportunity for those who are passionate about helping people with disabilities achieve their goals and live their best lives. The meaningful work of Companions and Buddies foster an environment where people with disabilities can thrive as valued members of their communities. No experience required!
How You’ll Make an Impact:
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Build long lasting relationships in a one-on-one setting a few hours a week.
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Spend time on the client’s favorite hobbies and activities, like Special Olympics.
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Support clients in developing their independence and achieving their goals (e.g., budgeting, socializing, shopping, using public transportation, exercise)
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Be attentive to meet the individual’s needs with dignity and respect.
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Ensure client safety and well-being in the home and community.
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Have fun on Kauai as a supportive Buddy!
Compensation & Schedule:
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Weekly Pay
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Flexible scheduling
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Paid training
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Short commute times (matching you to opportunities in your community)
Benefits You’ll Love:
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Flexible schedule around your availability.
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Client matching per your skill
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Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA and HSA options
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Education & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training
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Recognition & Rewards: Recognition programs, referral bonuses
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Other Benefits: 401(k) with company match, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP)
We’re Seeking Candidates With:
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Be at least 18 years of age
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Passion for providing opportunities to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
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Patience, empathy and dedication
Thrive in a Culture That Cares:
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!
Locations We’re Hiring
Lihue • Kapaa • Hanapepe • Eleele • Waimea
Type: Part-Time (Weekdays & Weekends available)
Pay: Weekly; $20/hour
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.
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- 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