Direct Support Associate
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Healthcare
Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care, Caregiver, Home Care, Community Health
Job Description
Easterseals NH is looking for a Direct Support Associate (DSA) to join our Community Based Services team! This program supports individuals with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs living within our residential homes.
Schedule: Full time and part time schedules available; 1st and 2nd shifts. We offer various scheduling options. Let us know what works best for you!
Pay: $24.00/hour. Opportunity to attend paid internal NADSP training to become a certified Direct Support Professional which leads to career advancement and pay increases.
The Direct Support Associate will support in promoting independence, creating a safe environment, and providing companionship to clients in a residential home setting.
- Assist clients with activities of daily living such as personal care and medication administration
- Assisting with lifting, transferring, and mobility support
- Support and assist with household tasks such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry
- Accompany individuals on outings such as daily activities, appointments, and community events
- Follow each individuals care plan
- All staff will undergo training in conflict resolution and behavioral health safety
- Complete required daily documentation on a computer or tablet
- Other duties as needed or assigned
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Experience providing direct support or direct care (preferred)
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance
What’s in it for you?
- 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
We are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.
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