Direct Support Associate

Easterseals NH • Manchester, NH

4d • $19

About The Position

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? We’re seeking Direct Support Associates to join our program and help individuals thrive in their communities. In this role, you’ll work alongside adults with diverse abilities and needs, supporting them as they engage in meaningful, integrative activities that promote independence. You’ll gain hands-on experience by assisting individuals during vocational tasks, cooking classes, yoga sessions, and other community-based activities. Your responsibilities will vary from providing supervision to offering hand-over-hand assistance, ensuring each person receives the support they need to succeed. If you have experience as a Direct Support Professional, Caregiver, or Support Counselor, or you’re eager to begin a rewarding career in Human Services, this role is for you!

Your growth matters to us! Advance your career through our DSP Career Progression Pathway and earn up to an extra $1.50/hour by completing all three levels.

Ready to make a meaningful difference every day? Become part of a dynamic team dedicated to elevating all abilities, empowering lives, and fostering positive impact in the community. Join the Easterseals NH & VT family, where your passion meets purpose. Easterseals New Hampshire and Vermont elevates people of all abilities. We serve the diverse needs of approximately 18,000 children, adults, seniors, families, and veterans each year. We provide services across two states, and our programs cover areas like early intervention, autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, adult day and in-home care, behavioral health, family-centered practices for child welfare, housing, and substance use disorders. We help people in New Hampshire and Vermont live their best lives. Joining Easterseals NH & VT presents an opportunity to gain valuable experience, advance your career, and make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our organization provides various benefits and programs designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Explore our offerings here. We are honored to be recognized as a NH Veteran-Friendly Business and a recovery-friendly workplace.

Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance

Nice To Haves

• experience as a Direct Support Professional
• Caregiver
• Support Counselor
• eager to begin a rewarding career in Human Services

Responsibilities

• supporting individuals as they engage in meaningful, integrative activities that promote independence
• assisting individuals during vocational tasks, cooking classes, yoga sessions, and other community-based activities
• providing supervision
• offering hand-over-hand assistance
• ensuring each person receives the support they need to succeed

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed