Direct Support Associate

About this role

Job Description: Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Join our Easterseals NH team as a   Direct Support Associate , where   you’ll   empower adults with developmental disabilities and diverse support needs to build independence, engage in their communities, and live fulfilling lives. We are currently   hiring for   both our   Day Program   and our   Residential Homes , offering flexibility based on your interests, experience, and schedule.  

Locations: Positions available in Concord and Penacook.

What   You’ll   Do:  

Day Program Role (30 hours/week)  

As a   Day Program Direct Support Associate ,   you’ll   support individuals as they   participate   in engaging, community-based, and   skill ‑ building   activities such as:  

• Vocational tasks  

• Volunteerism  

• Outings and integrative community experiences  

Your responsibilities will range from providing general supervision to offering   hand ‑ over ‑ hand   assistance , always ensuring each person receives the individualized support they need to succeed.  

Looking for a full 40-hour week?   Start in the Day Program and add up to   10   additional   hours   in   one of our residential homes.  

What   We’re   Looking For  

We welcome both experienced Human Services professionals and individuals eager to start a meaningful new career path. Ideal candidates may have experience as a:   

• Direct Support Professional (DSP)  

• Residential Counselor  

• Caregiver  

• Behavior Technician  

• Support Counselor  

Qualifications:  

• Minimum 18 years of age  

• High School Diploma or GED  

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

• Prior direct care/direct support experience preferred, but not   required  

Compensation:

• Day Program :   $ 19   -   $20   hourly, dependent upon program needs.  

Grow with us!   Advance your career through our   paid DSP Career Progression Pathway   and earn   up to an   additional   $1.50/hour   by completing all three levels.   

What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including: • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability

• PTO begins accruing on your first day!

• Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one   floating holiday of   your choice. For programs that remain open   during holidays,   staff scheduled to work will   receive holiday pay   in accordance with program guidelines.

• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%

• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment

• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment

• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

We are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.

To learn more about this role, please click on the blue “Apply Now” button below to submit your application. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Bill: https://calendly.com/eastersealsnh-bill/30min  

Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact Bill at 603.670.6817 or email wstavropoulos@eastersealsnh.org  

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