Direct Support Associate

easterseals; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life & Disability insurance

PTO from day one

Holiday pay

403(b) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Wellness programs

Job summary

Easterseals NH is seeking a Direct Support Associate to join our Community Based Services team in residential homes. This role supports individuals with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs, working across 1st and 2nd shifts with flexible schedules.

The position offers paid NADSP training to become a certified Direct Support Professional, with opportunities for career advancement and pay increases. Full-time and part-time options available with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates compassion and patience when supporting individuals.
• Excellent communication with clients, families, and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a residential care setting.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence and maintain a safe, supportive home environment.
• Assist with activities of daily living including personal care and medication administration.
• Support mobility, lifting, transfers, and daily routines as needed.
• Perform light housekeeping, meal prep, and laundry.
• accompany clients to daily activities, appointments, and community events.
• Follow each individual's care plan and document daily progress.
• Participate in conflict resolution and safety training.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Description:

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 and part time schedules available; 1st and 2nd shifts

We offer various scheduling options. Let us know what works best for you!

Pay:

$24.00/hour

Opportunity to attend paid internal NADSP training to become a certified Direct Support Professional which leads to career advancement and pay increases.

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!
• Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.
• 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.

EOE