Direct Support Professional

Nashua Center; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

PTO

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Nashua Center in Nashua, NH is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) for first shift, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, to support individuals with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders in day programs and home settings.

You will assist with daily living, medication administration, transportation, meals, and recreation, while demonstrating empathy, reliability, and respect.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid NH medication certification may be required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and guardians.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders to achieve goals.
• Assist with activities of daily living, medication administration, and transportation.
• Participate in day program activities, recreation, and community outings.
• Maintain safety, document care, and support self-direction and independence.

Skills

Communication skills

Lifting ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (NH medication certification)

Job description

Nashua Center of Nashua, NH is looking to hire full-time 1st shift Direct Support Professionals (DSP), 8:30 to 3:30 pm, Monday through Fridayto support individuals with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders to lead self-directed and meaningful lives. Are you considering a career in human services and looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference in someone's life? If so, please read on!

$17.00 - $19. The upper end of this pay scale are for applicants who are highly experienced. Salary review after 90 days of employment. Duties may include a combination of working inside the home, Day program and the community.

• Our employees who work 30+ hours/week enjoy great benefits, including medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement plan, generous paid time off (PTO), company-paid life, and short- / long-term disability, and .50 mileage reimbursement.

We respect the individual. We are teachers, advocates, problem-solvers, idea generators, and relationship builders. We have fun, celebrate differences in people, and support each other. In order to hire and retain people who share these values, we offer competitive compensation and a positive work culture.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you support an individual with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders to achieve their goals, explore their interests, and live meaningful lives as independently as possible. You provide this support in a Day program setting. Your support is needed in many areas of daily living including medication administration, bathing, hygiene, errands, meal preparation, eating, transportation (wheelchair van), housekeeping, recreation, and leisure activities. You also help them celebrate achievements and provide comfort during difficult times.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's license
• Insured car
• Clean criminal record
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written) with all internal and external staff/guardians.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Desire to relate to people with disabilities.
• Ability to pass NH medication certification.

We are happy to provide the support and training that you need to be successful in this position!

Will need to undergo a criminal background check, a driving record check and DCYF check.