Direct Support Associate

Easterseals NH & VT•Stratham, NH

9h•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Direct Support Associate to join our team! As a direct support associate in our program, you will participate alongside individuals as they partake in enriching, integrative activities throughout their communities. Gain hands-on experience working with adults who represent a diverse range of abilities and needs, supporting them as they achieve greater independence. Your flexible role will adjust from supervision to hand-over-hand assistance as you support each individual during work, cooking classes, yoga, or other vocational activities in their communities.

Requirements

Minimum 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license
Reliable transportation
Automobile insurance
High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Participate alongside individuals as they partake in enriching, integrative activities throughout their communities.
Support individuals as they achieve greater independence.
Adjust role from supervision to hand-over-hand assistance.
Support each individual during work, cooking classes, yoga, or other vocational activities in their communities.

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