Direct Support Associate

Easter Seals NH, Inc.; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Direct Support Associate, where you will empower individuals with diverse abilities through community activities, aiding in their independence and daily living skills. This full-time role offers a flexible environment, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to make a positive impact every day.

Benefits

PTO accrual from day one

10 Paid Holidays

403(b) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment assistance

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license and insurance required.
• High School Diploma or GED mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Participate in community activities with individuals.
• Provide supervision and hand-over-hand assistance.
• Support individuals in achieving greater independence.

Skills

Flexibility

Compassion

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities: As a direct support associate in our program, you will participate alongside individuals as they partake in enriching, integrative activities throughout their community. Gain hands-on experience working with adults who represent a diverse range of abilities and needs, supporting them as they achieve greater independence. Your flexible role will adjust from supervision to hand-over-hand assistance as you support each individual during community activities, cooking meals, and bathing. Community activities include walking at parks and trails and seasonal activities!

Qualifications: You must be 18 years of age or older to fill this position. You must have a valid driver's license, a reliable vehicle, and automobile insurance for transportation requirements. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED.

Compensation: $19 hourly

Hours: Full-time

Thursday 8-3pm

Friday 3-10pm

Saturday 8am-8pm

Sunday 8am-3pm

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What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:

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 learn more about this role, please click on the blue “Apply Now” button below to submit your application. 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 [e-mail] .


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Ready to make a meaningful difference every day?Become part of a dynamic team dedicated to elevating all abilities, empowering lives, and fostering positive impact in the community.

Join the Easterseals NH & VT family, where your passion meets purpose.

About Us

Easterseals New Hampshire and Vermont elevates people of all abilities. We serve the

diverse needs of approximately 18,000 children, adults, seniors, families, and veterans

each year.

We provide services across two states, and our programs cover areas like early

intervention, autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, adult day and

in-home care, behavioral health, family-centered practices for child welfare, housing,

and substance use disorders.

We help people in New Hampshire and Vermont live their best lives.

What’s in it for you?

Joining Easterseals NH & VT presents an opportunity to gain valuable experience, advance your career, and make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our organization provides various benefits and programs designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Explore our offerings here.

We are honored to be recognized as a NH Veteran-Friendly Business and a recovery-friendly workplace.