Direct Support Professional

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges in home and community settings. You will support daily living activities, follow the Individual Service Plan, and work directly with residents to promote growth and independence.

The role is contract, full-time, based in Laconia, NH, offering competitive pay of $23 per hour and a standard 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Minimum education as stated; CPR and health certifications may be required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and provide supportive daily living assistance.
• Adherence to professional standards of practice and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges in growth and development of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living.
• Provide supports for daily living and adaptive skills in home, community, or residential settings.
• Follow the resident’s Individual Service Plan and guidance from the care team.

Skills

Prioritization skills

Interpersonal skills

Daily living support

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR certification (if applicable)

Health certificate requirement

TB/PPD or chest x-ray (if applicable)

Must meet federal/state/local requirements

Must be at least 18 years old

Job description

Direct Support Professional

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $23 / Hour

Hours: 40.00

Location: Laconia, NH

The Direct Support Personnel I assists individuals withintellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth anddevelopment of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in the home,community or residential setting. The Direct Support Personnel I works directlywith the resident and provides supports for activities of daily living andadaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel I should follow the guidance ofthe resident/ patients Individual Service Plan.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health Certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Aide

Job Function: Aide | DSP - Non-Driving | DSP - Non-Driving *Direct Support Professional

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0814

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $23 / Hour