Direct Support Associate

easterseals; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NADSP training

Job summary

Easterseals NH is seeking a Direct Support Associate to join our Community Based Services team. This role supports individuals with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs living in residential homes, with a full-time schedule of 30 hours per week (Thu–Sat, 9-7a) and overnight shifts.

The position offers the opportunity to attend paid NADSP training to become a certified Direct Support Professional, which can lead to career advancement and pay increases.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required
• 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

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

Skills

Direct care experience

Medication administration

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 30 hours a week; Thursday-Saturday 9-7a

Asleep overnight position.

Pay: $15.00/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

We are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.

EOE