Direct Support Associate
Role Overview
Easterseals NH is looking for a Direct Support Associate ( DSA ) to join our Community Based Services team!
This program supports individuals with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs living within our residential homes.
Schedule: Full time, 32 hours a week
• Monday 7a-3p
• Tuesday 7a-3p
• Thursday 7a-3p
• Friday 7a-3p
We offer various scheduling options, including 3-day-per-week and full-time.
Let us know what works best for you!
Pay: $22.62/hour
Opportunity to attend paid internal NADSP training to become a certified Direct Support Professional which leads to career advancement and pay increases.
About Home: Three male adults in the area of Durham, NH.
Full Job Posting
Responsibilities:
- The Direct Support Associate will support in promoting independence, creating a safe environment, and providing companionship to clients in a residential home setting.
- Assist clients with activities of daily living such as personal care and medication administration
- Assisting with lifting, transferring, and mobility support
- Support and assist with household tasks such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry
- Accompany individuals on outings such as daily activities, appointments, and community events
- Follow each individuals care plan
- All staff will undergo training in conflict resolution and behavioral health safety
- Complete required daily documentation on a computer or tablet
- Other duties as needed or assigned
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Experience providing direct support or direct care ( preferred )
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance
- What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
- PTO begins accruing on your first day!
- 10 Paid Holidays – includes a floating holiday of your choice
- 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%
- Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
- Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment
- Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation
- We are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.
- To apply, please submit your application using the blue "Apply Now" button. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Katelyn: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-katelyn/15min Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact Katelyn at 603.426.6420 or [email protected]
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- To apply, please submit your application using the blue "Apply Now" button. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Katelyn: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-katelyn/15min
- Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact Katelyn at 603.426.6420 or [email protected]
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience providing direct support or direct care ( preferred )
About Easterseals
Nonprofit provider of disability, housing, education, and veteran services for all ages in New Hampshire and Vermont.
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