Direct Support Associate

About the role

Since 1936, Easterseals NH has been an unwavering force, transforming lives across all ages and abilities through dynamic programs. Our dedicated efforts empower individuals to enhance their health and well-being, attain greater independence, triumph over substance use, cultivate essential life skills, access education, secure stable housing, build stronger family connections, and engage deeply with their communities.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Adjust your role from supervision to hand-over-hand assistance to support each individual during work, cooking classes, yoga, or other vocational activities in their communities.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have two years of work history.
• Must have a valid driver's license, a reliable vehicle, and automobile insurance for transportation requirements.

Pay

$20/hour

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 9am to 3pm

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Disability insurance
• 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.