About this opportunity
BAYADA Home Health Care lists this Companion/Buddy for People with Disabilities opportunity in hilo, Hawaii. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Make a Meaningful Difference as a Companion/Buddy
nJoin BAYADA's Big Island Habilitation Team
n$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
nWeekly pay starting at $20/hour, with opportunities to earn higher rates when supporting clients with more complex needs.
nSchedule: Part-Tme
nFlexible weekday and weekend opportunities available.
nNow Hiring In:
nHilo, Kea'au, Mountain View, Pepe'ekeo, Ocean View, Waimea, and surrounding communities
nBAYADA 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.
nIn 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.
nMany team members begin part-time and have opportunities to increase their hours as additional client assignments become available.
nRelevant experience may include supporting individuals with disabilities, behavioral health, special education, dementia or Alzheimer's care.
nHow You’ll Make an Impact:
nnnSpend time on the client’s favorite hobbies and activities.
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nnParticipate in community integration activities, errands, and appointments.
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nnPatiently teach, encourage, and celebrate small achievements, giving people the space to grow.
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nnOpportunity to enhance caregiving skills with support from clinical managers.
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nnProvide personal care assistance as needed
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n nCompensation & Schedule:
nnnWeekly Pay
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nnFlexible scheduling
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nnShort commute times (matching you to opportunities in your community)
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nnMileage reimbursement
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n nBenefits You’ll Love:
nnnFlexible schedule around your availability.
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nnClient matching per your skill and comfort level.
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nnHealth Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA and HSA options
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nnEducation & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training
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nnRecognition & Rewards: Recognition programs, referral bonuses
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nnPositive Work Environment: Stable and supportive work environment with around the clock clinical support and a team environment that cares
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nnPaid Time Off (PTO)
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nnOther Benefits: 401(k) with company match, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP)
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n nQualifications:
nnnAt least one year of experience providing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
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nnAbility to transport clients to community activities
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nnHigh school diploma or equivalent
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nnBe at least 18 years of age
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nnThe ability to read and write in English
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n nThrive in a Culture That Cares:
nBAYADA fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment of belonging. Don't just take our word for it:
nnnVoted by Star Advertiser Readers as the #1 Non-Medical Home Care Provider
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nnForbes Top 10 Employer in Hawaii, 3 years in a row
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nnForbes Best Employers for Veterans, #1 Healthcare Employer in Hawaii
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nnNewsweek's Greatest Workplace overall, for women, parents & families, and diversity
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n nWith offices throughout Hawaii, BAYADA offers the opportunity for you to work locally, impact your community, and grow professionally. Join our caring team today!
nAs an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.
nBAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here ( .
nBAYADA 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.
Worksite address
hilo, HI, 96721, US
Who can apply
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