Job Description:

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Join our Easterseals NH team as a Direct Support Associate, where you’ll empower adults with developmental disabilities and diverse support needs to build independence, engage in their communities, and live fulfilling lives. We are currently hiring for our Residential Homes, offering flexibility based on your interests, experience, and schedule.

What You’ll Do:

Residential Role (Full-Time, Part-Time)

As a Residential Direct Support Associate, you’ll help create a safe, supportive, and home-like environment for adults with developmental disabilities and varying medical needs. Responsibilities include:

Supporting activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal care and medication administration

Assisting with lifting, transferring, and mobility

Light housekeeping, meal prep, and laundry

Accompanying individuals to appointments, activities, and community events

Following personalized care plans

Completing daily documentation on a computer or tablet

Participating in trainings such as conflict resolution and behavioral health safety

What We’re Looking For

We welcome both experienced Human Services professionals and individuals eager to start a meaningful new career path. Ideal candidates may have experience as a:

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Residential Counselor

Caregiver

Behavior Technician

Support Counselor

Qualifications:

Minimum 18 years of age

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance

Prior direct care/direct support experience preferred, but not required

Compensation:

Residential: $21 - $22.62 hourly, dependent upon program needs.

Grow with us!
Advance your career through our paid DSP Career Progression Pathway and earn up to an additional $1.50/hour by completing all three levels.

What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:

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.

To apply, please submit your application using the blue "Apply Now" button. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, John: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-john/30min

Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact John at 603.851.2694 or joneil@eastersealsnh.org

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