Direct Support Professional (DSP) Life Enrichment Program - $1,000 Hiring Bonus! at Rise Incorporated

Do you want to make a real difference in people's lives? Work for an inspiring non-profit leader in disability services!

At Rise, Inc., we believe that everyone deserves opportunities to live a life filled with purpose and pride. In our employment, housing, and life-enrichment services, we support people to set and achieve their personal goals. That shared commitment is the foundation of a workplace that embraces a culture of learning and growth by offering extensive training, competitive salaries, and a fun work environment. Visit our website at www.rise.org to learn more about our work.

What you will do:

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) works directly with people with disabilities in a center-based setting, assisting them with personal care and projects as needed.

• Communication Speak clearly; listen to others; write effectively; establish relationships; act with integrity; establish trust
• Ensures compliance with all applicable legal requirements and accreditations standards. Ensures that all department activities are conducted in a manner that is consistent with Rise's Code of Conduct, CARF standards, and HIPAA policies and procedures
• Provide direct support for people with disabilities
• Assist with life enrichment activities to advance the work and social skills of persons served
• Model appropriate behavior and interactions
• Provide case management support as necessary
• Current, valid driver's license
• Assist with lifting and transferring adults to/from wheelchairs and assist with personal care
• Continually inspire personal growth in the people you support by establishing and achieving personal goals and implementing person-centered practices
• Input information into data management system
• Design innovative community integration activities (volunteering, outdoor, social) and support persons served on these community outings
• Provide daily transportation of persons supported in Rise' vans and buses

Level 2 Requirements:

• Provide case management support as necessary
• Current, valid driver's license
• A driving record that demonstrates safe, legal driving habits
• Maintain medication administration certification

What you will need:

• Technology skills: Comfortable working with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, etc.). and database management systems Learn software system to complete minor task
• Current, valid driver's license and a driving record that demonstrates safe, legal driving habits
• Compliance with DHS (Department of Human Services) Rule 11 and Rise MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) background checks required
• Reliable work attendance
• Ability to work well with others

Preferred Education, Experience, and other Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a social services organization is preferred.
• Experience practicing person-centered techniques with people with disabilities
• Detail-oriented, results-driven, efficient, and communicative.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.

What we have to offer you:

• Hiring Bonus: $1,000 ($500 after 6-month work anniversary and $500 after 12-month work anniversary)
• Starting Wage: $18.36 - $19.13 per hour depending on experience (No evenings, weekends, or major holidays)
• A pathway opportunity for persons aspiring for careers in Social Work, Human Services, and/or Health Care
• Medical insurance - single employee coverage less than $90/month
• Dental insurance less than $17/month
• 401(k) with a 100% vested employer match
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) starts at 16 days per year, plus paid and floating holidays
• Additional Benefits available including disability insurance and more!
• Tuition reimbursement and Rise sponsored trainings (i.e., CPR, First Aide, and more) to help you be successful in your role
• Employee resource groups (i.e., DEI, LGBTQ+, recognition and more).

Are you looking to work with a diverse team of professionals? Do you want to work in a fun environment while supporting others to live a life of possibilities? Then join Rise, Inc.!

Rise values being a person-centered organization. This impacts how we carry out services for the people we support and our organizational culture. We encourage people's unique individual differences and celebrate the ways our team members contribute to our community. We believe in a workplace informed by differing viewpoints and perspectives created from a diverse team and welcome people of all races, genders, ages, nationalities, religions, sexual orientations, and backgrounds to apply. Our goal is that those we serve, and our team members always feel valued and respected.

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