Direct Support Associate

Job Description:

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 40 hours a week

• Thursday 8a-4p
• Friday 8a-4p
• Saturday 8a-11p
• Sunday 8a-4p
  
  

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.

Responsibilities:

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
  
  

Qualifications:

• 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
  
  

We are seeking a Community Care Coordinator for our senior services program.

Schedule: Full time 40 hours a week Monday-Friday

Compensation: $62,500 annually

Job Responsibilities:

• Assess needs of at-risk individuals who have spent excessive time in Urgent Care and/or the use of other emergency services, including unmet needs, service gaps and barriers. Serve as a “one stop” resource for coordination of care. Assist in accessing necessary services.
• Work in collaboration with other service providers to maximize use of existing resources.
• Coordinate care delivery mechanisms with client, caregivers, providers and others.
• Complete assessments that may include, but are not limited to, outreach progress notes, intake assessments, case progress notes, care plans, data collection, and provide positive outcome summaries.
• Participate in all relevant meetings, conferences, and sub-committees as assigned.
• Educate service providers and others about specific issues that may be impacting client's needs.
• Establish rapport with other care providers and facilitate meetings as needed to identify and resolve unmet needs, service gaps and barriers. Strategize possible systems change solutions to services.
• Access ancillary service providers and preexisting programs whenever possible; provide services directly when no other resources are available or when direct service from Community Care Coordinator is indicated.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with both inter- and intra-Agency sources.
• Maintain professional ethics and adhere to the NASW code of ethics.
• Retain state certification and/or licensure as applicable and continue to develop professional skills by attending in-services and conferences.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree required, in Social Work or related field
• Five (5) years’ experience providing social work services to the respective community
• Demonstrate a genuine interest and understanding in working with the at-risk populations
• Possess ability to function as an integral member of a multi-disciplinary administrative team
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
  
  

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, Katelyn: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-katelyn/15min

Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact Katelyn at 603.426.6420 or kcampbell@eastersealsnh.org

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