Direct Support Associate

  • Easter Seals New Hampshire, Inc.
  • Manchester, NH
  • 7mo ago
  • Part-Time
  • On-site

Job Description:

Easterseals NH is looking for a Direct Support Associate (DSA) to join our Community Based Services team! This program supports individuals within our residential homes.

Hours/Schedule: 28 hours / week, part-time

Sunday 8am - 2pm

Friday 8am - 4pm

Saturday 8am - 4pm and 4pm - 10pm

Compensation: $22.62 hourly

About the home: This is a beautiful home in Manchester supporting 9 adult women. 

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 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

  • Other duties as needed or assigned


Qualifications:

  • Minimum 18 years of age or older

  • Prior Direct Support experience preferred

  • Valid driver's license, a reliable vehicle, and automobile insurance for transportation requirements 

  • Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED.

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, John: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-john/15min  

Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact John at 603.851.2694 or joneil@eastersealsnh.org

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