Direct Support Associate

Easter Seals NH, Inc.; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability

PTO

Holidays

403(b) match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Easter Seals NH, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Associate in Stratham, NH. The role supports adults with diverse abilities in enrichment activities, across work, cooking classes, yoga, and vocational tasks in community settings.

You will provide supervision and hand-over-hand assistance as needed, helping participants gain independence and participate in activities with dignity and respect. This is a full-time position offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance.
• High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals during work, cooking classes, yoga, or vocational activities in communities.
• Provide supervision to hands-on support and hand-over-hand assistance as needed.
• Help individuals pursue enrichment activities and greater independence in community settings

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

High School Diploma or GED

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Direct Support AssociateApplylocations: Stratham, NHtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR2723**Job Description:**We are looking for a **Direct Support Associate** to join our team! As a direct support associate in our program, you will participate alongside individuals as they partake in enriching, integrative activities throughout their communities. 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 work, cooking classes, yoga, or other vocational activities in their communities.**Qualifications:*** Minimum 18 years of age* Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance* High School Diploma or GED**Compensation**: $20 Hourly **Hours**: Full-Time, 30 hours per week; Monday-Friday 8a-2p or 8:30a-2:30p**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.**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/30min Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact Katelyn at 603.426.6420 or [e-mail]***EOE***