Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Nashua Center

Nashua Center of Nashua, NH is looking to hire full-time 1st shift Direct Support Professionals (DSP), 8:30 to 3:30 pm to support individuals with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders to lead self-directed and meaningful lives. Are you considering a career in human services and looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference in someone's life? If so, please read on!

This Direct Support Professional (DSP) position earns $15.00 - $18. The upper end of this pay scale are for applicants who are experienced and are able to work one on one with medically fragile/ behavioral individuals. Duties may include a combination of working inside the home, Day program and the community.

Our employees who work 30+ hours/week 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, and .45 mileage reimbursement. If this sounds like the right opportunity in human services for you, apply today!

ABOUT NASHUA CENTER

Founded in 1973 to offer services for a group of children whose severity of disabilities prevented them from participating in any existing public or private educational programs, we now provide specialized care and support to over 500 individuals each year throughout Southern New Hampshire. We help children from birth to age 3 and adults with disabilities or acquired brain disorders. Our services include providing or connecting them with safe places to live, meaningful activities, social interaction, relationship-building, and skill development for increased independence. We also work to educate employers, organizations, and the community at large about similarities and differences in people.

We respect the individual. We are teachers, advocates, problem-solvers, idea generators, and relationship builders. We have fun, celebrate differences in people, and support each other. In order to hire and retain people who share these values, we offer competitive compensation and a positive work culture.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you support an individual 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 Day program setting. 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.

With awareness of their individual service plan (ISP), you also work with a team to learn new skills and achieve goals. You are conscientious about reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping all documentation up to date. And, you always maintain confidentiality about everyone who attends the day program. To continually develop your skills, you attend staff meetings, agency trainings, and in-service workshops. You are energized by the amazing team of people you work with and find the work of supporting people with disabilities to live fulfilling lives according to their own needs and desires extremely rewarding!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's license
• Insured car
• Clean criminal record
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written) with all internal and external staff/guardians.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Desire to relate to people with disabilities.
• Ability 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!

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!

Location: 03060