Direct Support Associate

Easter Seals VT, Inc.; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Easter Seals VT, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Associate to assist individuals in engaging activities that promote independence. The role includes providing varying levels of assistance to adults in community settings such as work, cooking classes, and yoga. Applicants should have a valid driver's license and a passion for empowering individuals with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in work, cooking classes, yoga, and other vocational activities.
• Provide supervision and hand-over-hand assistance as needed.

Skills

Ability to adapt

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

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: 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.

Compensation: $19 Hourly

Hours: Full-Time, 30 hours.

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: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-katelyn/15min

Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact Katelyn at 603.426.6420 or [e-mail]

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.