Direct Support Associate

Easterseals NH & VT

  • Rochester, New Hampshire
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    The Direct Support Associate will support in promoting independence, creating a safe environment, and providing companionship to clients in a residential home setting. This program supports individuals with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs living within our residential homes.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationRochester, New Hampshire

    Description

    Job Description:

    Easterseals NH is looking for a Direct Support Associate (DSA) to join our Community Based Services team! This program supports individuals with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs living within our residential homes.

    Schedule: Full time and part time available 11p-7a

    Asleep overnight position.

    Pay: $15.00/hour

    Opportunity to attend paid internal NADSP training to become a certified Direct Support Professional which leads to career advancement and pay increases.

    Responsibilities:

    The Direct Support Associate will support in promoting independence, creating a safe environment, and providing companionship to clients in a residential home setting.

    • Assist clients with activities of daily living such as personal care and medication administration

    • Assisting with lifting, transferring, and mobility support

    • Support and assist with household tasks such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry

    • Accompany individuals on outings such as daily activities, appointments, and community events

    • Follow each individuals care plan

    • All staff will undergo training in conflict resolution and behavioral health safety

    • Complete required daily documentation on a computer or tablet

    • Other duties as needed or assigned

    Qualifications:

    • High School Diploma or GED

    • Must be 18 years of age or older

    • Experience providing direct support or direct care (preferred)

    • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance

    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 

    kcampbell@eastersealsnh.org


    EOE

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