“The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.”
― Albert Schweitze
PathWays of the River Valley is a non-profit agency serving over 600 individuals and families in Sullivan and Grafton Counties. We are dedicated to expanding opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities, and our services are provided in a spirit of partnership and respect. Through a wide range of Career Opportunities, our employees enjoy meaningful work, competitive wages and benefits including medical, dental, mileage reimbursement, generous time off, 403(b) plan and more.
Why Do I Do What I Do?
— Betsy Buswell, Program Manager
Current Employment Opportunities
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Caregivers for Community Program – Newport/Claremont/Lebanon: Full-time/Part-time
Are you patient, reliable and passionate about helping others? Our Caregivers are sidekicks for individuals with developmental disabilities for participating in community and social activities. Do you like to be active during the day and grab a coffee at DD, go bowling, volunteer at local organizations or walk around the track at the community center? If so, join us and be a part of expanding opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities. A typical day will start at 8 am in our Newport office getting your assignment for the day and then heading off to pick up your individuals in Sullivan County, grabbing a coffee and participating in an activity. Having lunch with peers and their individuals and then on to an afternoon activity. Once you drop off your individuals in the afternoon, you return to the office in Newport for daily paperwork. Your days are limited only by your imagination! A High School diploma or equivalent is required as well as reliable transportation. Excellent interpersonal skills and basic computer skills are necessary. This role is a stepping-stone into a human services career.
Caregivers for Residential Programs – Lyme, Lebanon, Newport, Claremont: Full-time/Part-time
Are you patient, understanding of people’s differences, compassionate and attentive? Our Caregivers provide care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities and possibly behavioral challenges in a residential home setting. At the residences, you may assist individuals with daily living skills, safety, communication, community integration and social skills as well as bathing, meals, activities, toileting and moving from location to location. You may also complete household tasks such as laundry, sweeping, meal prep, etc. Each individual has at least one goal to work on and you will play a vital part in helping him or her achieve those goals. The main goal of our program is to have the individuals participating and engaging in their community. To do that, you need to be a strong advocate for the individuals, a willing team player and motivated to create the best possible experience for the individuals you work with. You need to be willing to drive a passenger van and to be medication administration certified.
FCESS — Early Childhood Educator – Claremont with regional travel: Full-time
Are you an Early Childhood Educator looking for a position outside of a school district? We are looking for an Early Childhood Educator to provide developmental services for children under the age of 3. The position includes both assessment of delays in areas such as motor skills, communication, cognition, social/emotional behaviors, and self-help as well as providing direct support and services coordination for children and their families. Services are provided in-home for families. A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Development or a related field is required and possession of or eligible to obtain a NH license in Early Childhood Education. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required. Excellent communication skills are necessary as well as strong interpersonal skills dealing with both young children and adults is necessary.
Employer Liaison – Claremont with regional travel: Full-time
Do you enjoy the challenge of finding the right person for the right job at the right time? Are you especially skilled at supervising employees who working varying schedules? Are you very organized and adept at problem solving? Our Individualized Services department supports children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families to be actively engaged – with the Employer Liaison’s assistance – in supervising the employees that work with them on a daily basis. The liaison facilitates recruitment and hiring, coordinates required training for employees, works through performance management dilemmas as well as appropriate manager training for families. Bachelor’s degree preferred. 1+ years of similar experience required. Additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree. Proven relationship-building skills; strong communication skills – verbal, written, and interpersonal – required. Ability to travel regionally for job fairs, professional meetings, interviews and maintain a flexible work schedule required to meet agency needs. Basic knowledge of various employment laws and practices necessary. Intermediate skills with MS Office required. Ability to adapt to new software and systems is necessary.
Employment Support Professional – Lebanon with Regional Travel: Full-time
As an Employment Specialist/Job Coach, you act as an advocate for and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in obtaining employment. You work with individuals in a variety of employment environments and on a variety of employment tasks including applying and interviewing as well as learning and adhering to employers’ policies and procedures. You cross-train with your team members as well as coach employers and other community members on how to provide quality supports for individuals. Your main location is our Lebanon office; however, most of your days are spent at various community and employer settings within Sullivan and Lower Grafton counties in New Hampshire — mileage paid for travel. A HS Diploma or GED is required and an associate’s degree in human services or related field is highly preferred. You must have or be willing to take ACRE (Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators) training. Previous human services, developmental disabilities or human resources experience is a plus and strong problem-solving skills a must.
Enhanced Family Care Coordinator (EFC) – Claremont with Regional Travel: Full-time.
For individuals with developmental disabilities, housing can sometimes be an issue for various reasons and our Enhanced Family Care team helps address the issue. As part of the team, you find and train community members who are willing to open their homes to one or more individuals with disabilities. You are responsible for the development, maintenance, and support of quality Adult Foster Care (Home Providers) services which include finding appropriate homes/matches, monitoring and managing contracts, reviewing provider certification compliance as well as providing training and general oversight. You model and ensure advocacy and support for individuals while working to expand community opportunities and you attend and participate in all meetings pertaining to an individual and Home Provider as needed. Most importantly, you ensure that the health and safety of the individuals are maintained. For the role, we are looking for an Associate’s Degree in human services or related field and 3 years of human services program experience is necessary. Proficiency in MSOffice (Word, Excel, and Outlook) required with strong verbal, reading, and written communication skills. You need the ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others and must have a willingness/ability to communicate with and relate to individuals, parents, guardians, co-workers, representatives of community agencies, and agency management. You must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and overtime as required to meet agency needs and have Experience and/or willingness to work with forensic and safety issues; experience with challenging behavioral issues is highly preferred. A valid driver’s license, proof of personal automobile liability insurance coverage and access to a reliable vehicle is required as is passing a TB Test and being fully vaccinated for COVID prior to start date.
Family Support Coordinator – Claremont with Regional Travel: Full-time.
Do you like assisting others accessing necessary resources and broadening their involvement in the community? In this role, you assist individuals with developmental disabilities and their families by providing service coordination and advocacy while linking them to existing community and state resources. This position also assists individuals with budget administration. You advocate and support families and individuals in a non-judgmental manner increasing opportunities for participation in the community by responding to the changing needs of the family as a whole. You balance the use of informal and formal resources while maximizing family control over services. At the request and direction of the family/individual, you serve as a liaison with community, state agencies, and service providers. You understand and promote the transition process and support individuals/families through planning the transition from the educational system to adult supports/services, including natural supports and the provider selection process. You facilitate the legal process for individuals/families as necessary including Guardianship, Power of Attorney, Advance Directive planning and Representative payee. Bachelor’s degree in related field is highly preferred; High School diploma or GED required. 2 to 3-year minimum case management experience. Extensive case management experience may substitute for degree. Minimum of 2 years’ human services experience a must; experience with developmental disabilities preferred. Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills required. Intermediate proficiency in MSOffice (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability/willingness to learn new programs a must
Case Manager for Individualized Services – Claremont with regional travel: Full-time
Join us as a Support Broker in our Individualized Services group and support individuals with developmental disabilities. You will carry a caseload of 25 to 30 individuals. Key to being successful in the role are excellent time management skills, the ability to frequently and efficiently switch gears between tasks, and strong interpersonal skills. After one year, you will know you were successful if you possess a solid understanding of the Individual Service Agreement process; you have established a fluid schedule of visits and team meetings with your individuals and families; and, you have a comprehensive understanding of the needs and circumstances of the individuals and families you serve. Bachelor’s degree in related field is highly preferred; 2 to 3-year minimum case management experience. Extensive case management experience may substitute for degree. Minimum of 2 years’ human services experience a must; experience with developmental disabilities preferred. Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills required. Intermediate proficiency in MSOffice (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability/willingness to learn new programs a must.
Personal Mentors – Various Locations: Mainly Part time (Hours per week range from 5 to 40 depending on the position).
Would you like to make a difference in the life of a person with developmental disabilities? Are you reliable, patient and attentive? If so, working 1:1 with an individual with development disabilities to provide guidance and support as needed in the areas of safety, daily living, communication, community, social and leisure skills may be for you. Current opportunities in Enfield, Hanover, Lebanon, Goshen, Newport and Claremont. Good verbal and written communication skills as well as basic math and computer skills (MSOffice) required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary. Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule and at varied locations as needed
RN/Nurse Trainer – Lyme, NH with regional travel: Full time.
Are you patient, understanding of people’s differences, compassionate and attentive? Do you want to work for an organization that makes an impact? If so, working as a RN/Nurse Trainer in a residential setting for individuals with development disabilities may be for you. You will assess and monitor health care needs, conduct nursing assessments and provide medical information for various reporting requirements. You will conduct in-service training and workshops for staff regarding health and medical issues and certify staff in medication administration in accordance with applicable regulations. An Associate’s degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Active registration and license to practice as a RN in NH required. 2+ years of recent licensed RN experience required and 2+ years’ experience in Human Services highly desired. Completion of Nurse Trainer course or ability to complete it within 60 days of hire a must. Must be able to work a flexible schedule and at varied locations to meet agency needs.
We cannot help people live their best life without you.
All PathWays’ positions offer a HIRING BONUS
In addition, all positions require:
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination prior to start date
• Proof of Eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• Passing a criminal background, MVR and BEAS check and OIG Exclusion List check
• Valid Driver’s License and Proof of valid auto insurance
• Must be 18 years of age or older per NH state regulations
• Proof of High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Passing a TB test
Apply:
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External Candidates: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=5c864c80-22ac-485c-9e2d-f54459f15241&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US
Website: www.pathwaysnh.org or via www.Indeed.com
In Person: 654 Main Street, Claremont NH 03743
Email: [email protected]
How to Apply
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Email Questions to Kim Henning, PathWays Human Resources at:
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Apply at our Claremont office located at:
654 Main Street, Claremont, NH 03743
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Mail your application/ resume to:
PathWays Human Resources Department
PathWays of the River Valley
654 Main Street
Claremont, NH 03743
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