DSP Mentor

Aspire Employment Opportunities; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Employment Opportunities in Bedford, NH seeks a DSP Mentor to provide person-centered supports to individuals and to assist in mentoring new staff. The role includes delivering high-quality care and supporting the team through peer mentoring.

You will help orient and train new hires, observe performance, and provide feedback to foster professional growth. Strong communication and organization are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Direct Support Professional within the agency.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback using agency-approved observational language.
• Willingness to participate in training and peer mentor supervision for ongoing development.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Pass background checks and maintain required trainings/certifications.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered services to individuals.
• Mentor new hires through peer mentoring and support.
• Assist Program Manager with new hire training, observation and feedback.

Skills

Direct Support Professional experience

Feedback & mentoring

Training & supervision

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Documentation/computer use

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Degree in Human Services/ Psychology or related field preferred

Job description

Job title

DSP Mentor

• We are looking for a DSP Mentor to play a vital role in providing person-centered services to supported individuals. In addition to providing supports to assigned individuals, the DSP Mentor will support new hires through peer mentoring, assisting the Program Manager with new hire training, observation and feedback.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Direct Support Professional within the agency.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback using agency-approved observational practice language.
• Receptiveness to training and peer mentor supervision for ongoing development.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated passion for mentoring and developing others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in using computers to complete required electronic documentation.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to pass and maintain all required training and certifications.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required; degree in Human Services, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Must pass all required background checks.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record. Reliable transportation required; some positions may require use of a personal vehicle to transport individuals supported.

Location

Bedford

Shift

1st

Hours

30

Schedule

Mon-Fri: 9a - 3p

Pay

$19.50/hr

Internal Mobility Policy

The only exception is an in-program, same-role shift change, which should be handled directly with your manager and HR Partner. Please refer toAspire’sInternal Mobility Policy for more information.

Company Culture

Aspire encourages internal mobility and supports employees in exploring growth opportunities across the organization.

EEO Statement

Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class back grounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.