Direct Support Associate

Easterseals NH•Manchester, NH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Associate supports adults with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs in a residential home setting. This role promotes independence, creates a safe environment, and provides companionship. The position is on the Community-Based Services team in a two-family home in Manchester, New Hampshire, supporting six adult men who enjoy community outings and activities as well as games and movies at home. Schedules are available for full-time (31 hours per week), part-time (21 hours per week or 6 hours per week), and per-diem work. The listed full-time schedule is Monday 3 p.m.–9 p.m., Tuesday 8 a.m.–3 p.m., Wednesday 3 p.m.–9 p.m., Thursday 3 p.m.–9 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m. The 21-hour part-time schedule is Saturday 7 a.m.–9 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m.–3 p.m.; the 6-hour part-time schedule is Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Pay is $21 per hour. Employees can advance through the paid DSP Career Progression Pathway and earn up to an additional $1.50 per hour by completing all three levels.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing direct support or direct care is preferred.
Experience in human services as a Direct Support Professional, Residential Counselor, or Behavior Technician.

Responsibilities

Promote clients’ independence, create a safe environment, and provide companionship in a residential home.
Assist clients with activities of daily living, including personal care and medication administration.
Assist with lifting, transferring, and mobility support.
Support household tasks such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry.
Accompany individuals on outings, daily activities, appointments, and community events.
Follow each individual’s care plan.
Complete required training in conflict resolution and behavioral health safety.
Complete required daily documentation on a computer or tablet.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
PTO begins accruing on the first day of employment.
Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of the employee’s choice.
Holiday pay, in accordance with program guidelines, for staff scheduled to work in programs that remain open during holidays.
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, including nutritional counseling services and reimbursement programs for weight loss and tobacco cessation.
Paid DSP Career Progression Pathway with the opportunity to earn up to an additional $1.50 per hour upon completion of all three levels.