Residential Instructor

Easterseals NH & VT • Lancaster, NH

20d

About The Position

Easterseals NH is hiring Residential Instructors to work with youth with neurological and/or psychological disabilities. Clients may have experienced trauma or abuse, or have non-verbal and behavioral disorders. Instructors conduct groups and recreational activities and help clients follow their behavior plans. This position is for the second shift, with a schedule of Wednesday 12:00–10:30 p.m., Thursday 1:30–10:30 p.m., Friday 1:30–10:30 p.m., and Saturday 8:00 a.m.–10:30 p.m. Compensation is $23.00–$28.00 per hour, based on qualifications, related experience, and education. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is paid out over the first six months.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a minimum of a high school diploma.
• Meet one of the following qualifications: an associate or bachelor's degree with at least 12 credits in Human Services; two years of experience working with children; a combination of Human Services college credits and experience working with children totaling two years; or be a parent of a child age 7 or older.
• Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Work with youth with neurological and/or psychological disabilities.
• Conduct groups and recreational activities with clients.
• Help clients with their behavior plans.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage for eligible full-time employees.
• PTO begins accruing on the first day.
• Up to nine paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of choice.
• Holiday pay for staff scheduled to work in programs that remain open during holidays, 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, including nutritional counseling and reimbursement programs for weight loss and tobacco cessation.
• $1,500 sign-on bonus, paid over the first six months.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED