Direct Support Associate

Easterseals NH & VT; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Easterseals NH & VT in Rochester, NH is seeking a Direct Support Associate to join our Community Based Services team. This part-time role offers 24 hours per week, with shifts Thu–Sat 3p–11p, and pay at $24.00 per hour.

There is an opportunity to attend paid NADSP training to become a certified Direct Support Professional, enabling career advancement and pay increases. You will support residents with daily living activities, including personal care and medication administration, assist with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Experience providing direct support or direct care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence and provide companionship in a residential home setting.
• Assist with activities of daily living including personal care and medication administration.
• Assist with lifting, transferring, mobility support and light housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Direct care experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

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: Part-time 24 hours a week; Thursday-Saturday 3p-11pWe offer various scheduling options. Let us know what works best for you!Pay: $24.00/hourOpportunity 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 administrationAssisting with lifting, transferring, and mobility supportSupport and assist with household tasks such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundryAccompany individuals on outings such as daily activities, appointments, and community eventsFollow each individuals care planAll staff will undergo training in conflict resolution and behavioral health safetyComplete required daily documentation on a computer or tabletOther duties as needed or assignedQualifications:High School Diploma or GEDMust be 18 years of age or olderExperience providing direct support or direct care (preferred)Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insuranceWe 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: https://calendly.com/eastersealsnh-katelyn/30minDifficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact Katelyn at 603.426.6420 or [e-mail]