What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Nashua Center?
Nashua Center of Nashua, NH is looking to hire full-time/part-time/per diem DSP's to support individuals with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders to lead self-directed and meaningful lives. Our group home is located in Hampstead, New Hampshire.
These Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions earn $17/hour weekdays, $18/hour weekends and double-time on 10 major holidays worked. Our employees who work 30 hours/week also enjoy great benefits, including medical insurance, company-paid dental insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, a retirement plan, generous paid time off (PTO), company-paid life, and short- / long-term disability. If this sounds like the right opportunity in human services for you, apply today!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / In-Home Caregiver, you support individuals with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders to achieve their goals, explore their interests, and live meaningful lives as independently as possible. You provide this support in a 3-person residential home. Your support is needed in many areas of daily living including medication administration, bathing, hygiene, errands, meal preparation, eating, transportation (wheelchair van), housekeeping, recreation, and leisure activities. You also help them celebrate achievements and provide comfort during difficult times.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Driver's license
- Insured car
- Clean criminal record
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel including internal and external
- Ability to lift 30 lbs.
- Desire to relate to people with disabilities
- Must be able to pass NH medication certification
We are happy to provide the support and training that you need to be successful in this position! Are you punctual and reliable? Can you keep track of multiple tasks and prioritize effectively? Are you conscientious about following policies and procedures? Can you show empathy and caring while maintaining professional boundaries? Are you calm and patient? If so, you might just be perfect for this job in human services!
AVAILABLE AND FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES
- Sunday- 7am to 3:00 pm
- Every other Saturday 7am-3:00 pm OR 9am - 3 pm
- Tuesday 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Saturday, Sunday, Monday OVERNIGHTS-AWAKE 11:00 pm-9:00 am
- PER DIEM all shifts
READY TO JOIN OUR NONPROFIT HUMAN SERVICES TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this job in human services, please fill out our mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Must undergo a criminal background check and a driving record check.
Salary : $17