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Personal Support Assistant


Job Location:

Hilo, HI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 31 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 28 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Make a Lasting Impact as a Caregiver.

Join the Big Island Habilitation Team $1000 Sign on Bonus

Pay Rate: $20 per hour

Seeking recent graduates Paraprofessionals Direct Support Professionals Habilitation Technicians Personal Care Aides Nurses Aides Caregivers those caring for a family member and those interested in working with individuals with Autism Cerebral Palsy Down Syndrome and other Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDDs).

BAYADA Habilitation is currently seeking a Personal Support Assistant /DSP to work as a Caregiver for individuals with Autism intellectual or developmental caregivers embody both empathy and respect in every interaction striving to uplift and empower the people they support. Our caregivers provide 1:1 support in the home and in the community.

How Youll Make an Impact:

  • Spend time on the clients favorite hobbies and activities.

  • Participate in community integration activities errands and appointments.

  • Patiently teach encourage and celebrate small achievements giving people the space to grow.

  • Opportunity to enhance caregiving skills with support from our clinical managers.

  • Provide personal care assistance as needed

Compensation & Schedule:

  • Weekly Pay

  • Flexible scheduling

  • Short commute times (matching you to opportunities in your community)

  • Mileage reimbursement

Benefits Youll Love:

  • Flexible schedule around your availability.

  • Client matching per your skill and comfort level.

  • Health Insurance: Medical dental vision prescription coverage FSA and HSA options

  • Education & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities free courses and on-the-job training

  • Recognition & Rewards: Recognition programs referral bonuses

  • Positive Work Environment: Stable and supportive work environment with around the clock clinical support and a team environment that cares

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Other Benefits: 401(k) with company match employer-paid life insurance employee assistance program (EAP)

Qualifications:

  • One year experience supporting individuals with intellectual and/or Developmental disabilities

  • Ability to transport clients to community activities

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Be at least 18 years of age

  • The ability to read and write in English

Thrive in a Culture That Cares:

BAYADA fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment of belonging. Dont just take our word for it:

  • Voted by Star Advertiser Readers as the #1 Non-Medical Home Care Provider

  • Forbes Top 10 Employer in Hawaii 3 years in a row

  • Forbes Best Employers for Veterans #1 Healthcare Employer in Hawaii

  • Newsweeks 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!

Type: Part-Time Weekdays Weekends available

Most Habilitation technicians begin with part-time hours based on client needs and staff availability with opportunities for growth based on performance client availability and scheduling needs.

Pay: Weekly; $20 and up based on experience

We have current Habilitation Technician / Direct Support Professional openings in the following locations:

  • Hilo Keaau Mt View Pepeekeo Ocean View Waimea and the surrounding areas.

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.


Required Experience:

Junior IC


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A trusted, nonprofit, home health care agency with decades of experience providing up to 24/7 home care for elderly individuals, children, and adults of all ages.

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