Nashua Center of Nashua, NH is looking to hire full-time, part-time, per diem (all shifts) Direct Support Professionals (DSP) 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 $17/hour for awake shifts. We also offer a shift differential of $1.00/hour for weekends and double-time on 9 major holidays worked as well as a .45 mileage reimbursement. 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!

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) / 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 FOR A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• valid Driver's license
• Insured car
• Clean criminal record
• Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel including internal and external
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Desire to relate to people with disabilities

AVAILABLE andFLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 11p-9am awake
• Thursday, Friday, Saturday 11 pm- 9 am awake
• Saturday, Sunday 9 am - 3 pm
• Saturday, Sunday 3 pm-11pm

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nashua, NH 03064: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Please indicate what days and shift times you prefer and are available to work.

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person