Direct Support Associate
@ Easter Seals New Hampshire, Inc.Direct Support Associate
About the job
Easterseals NH supports individuals with developmental disabilities. The Direct Support Associate role involves promoting independence, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring safety in residential settings.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be 18 or older
- Experience in direct care preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable transportation
Qualifications
- Good communication skills
- Ability to support independence
- Comfortable with mobility support
- Willing to undergo training
Full job 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 32 hours a week; Friday and Saturday 7a-11p
Pay: $24.00/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
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