Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Mentor (New Hire BONUSES)

Welcome!

We are Growing and need several new team members for all shifts, Full-Time and Part-Time!!! We are a strong team with a kind and caring culture. We are seeking intrinsically motivated, detail oriented and innovative people to join our team and support our Farmers and each other.

Who are we?

Farmsteads of New England is a unique Farm designed to support individuals diagnosed with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, as well as individuals diagnosed with Acquired Brain Disorders. We provide support, care and lifelong memories.

What will I do?

As a Mentor you will work with our Farmers to feed and care for animals, participate in fun and exciting experiences, become part of the community, and learn to be as independent as they can be. In short, you will be someone’s superhero. (Capes not provided just fun).

Daily Responsibilities

• Prioritize kindness, dignity, respect, communication, and integrity.
• Provide direct support services in a method and manner that is convenient and supportive to individuals.
• Provide and participate in person centered services.
• Work with Farmers to discover their dreams and achieve them.
• Provided cooking, cleaning and personal care services as needed.
• Assist with independence goals like financial management, helping the individual get/keep a job, learn to cook, clean and plan their days.
• Administer medications as needed.
• Create and maintain accurate daily records, notes, medications logs and other various forms.
• Provided and maintain a safe working environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• A fantastic sense of humor and caring heart.
• A kind disposition and desire to help others succeed.
• Minimum of a GED or Highschool diploma.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass all applicable DCYF, BEAS, Local Law, Federal and other required background screenings per applicable regulations.
• 18 Years or older at the time of hire
• U.S. Citizen or possession of necessary papers allowing holder to work legally in the United States.
• Personal/Professional experience caring for others is a significant plus.

COMPETENCIES

• Kindness, Respect and Dignity
• Effective communication skills
• Effective time management skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work well with people with various abilities, temperaments, and styles.
• Availability to work when needed, including commitment to completing work within designated timeframes.

Compensation

• Competitive Pay
• Great Benefits
• Compensation is dependent on Education, Experience (professional/personal) and/or certifications (if any).
• Retention bonus of $250 after 3 months, $250 after 6 months, $500 after a year (up to $1,000 total)

Schedule

• 7AM to 3PM or 3PM to 11PM or 11PM to 7AM
• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• Flexible to meet the needs of our individuals and families.

Work Location

· 213 Center Rd, Hillsborough, NH 03244

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Per Diem

Salary: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance