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Personal Support Assistant, Special Needs

BAYADA Home Health Care
BAYADA Home Health Care Salary
Hilo, HI Other
POSTED ON 8/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/28/2026
Make a Lasting Impact as a Caregiver.

Join the Big Island Habilitation Team $1,000 Sign on Bonus

Pay Rate: $20 per hour

Seeking recent graduates, Paraprofessionals, Direct Support Professionals, Habilitation Technicians, Personal Care Aides, Nurse’s 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 Habilitation Technician to work as a Caregiver for individuals with Autism, intellectual, or developmental disabilities. Compassionate 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 You’ll Make an Impact:


  • Spend time on the client’s 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 You’ll 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. Don't 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
  • 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!

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.

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