Direct Support Professional (Caregiver)

Job Summary Make a difference in someone's life! Join a team of dedicated, compassionate individuals providing support to a wonderful group of humans in their homes. This is truly sacred work—caring for those who are unable to care for themselves provides fulfillment while building meaningful relationships. We offer paid training, a sign‑on bonus, and excellent benefits, including up to $2,760 per year in paid time off benefits and RISE UP contributes up to $5,700 per year for health insurance. We have a variety of schedules available. To learn more about RISE UP, please call Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit our website Experience working formally or informally with elderly and/or people with disabilities. Responsibilities Experience caregiving, including helping with personal cares and daily living support such as meals, bathing, medication administration, transfers, etc. Basic understanding of good nutrition for the elderly and ability to incorporate that into duties related to nutrition. Good oral communication skills. Comfortable being in public with consumers. Ability to take risks by trying new things and meeting new people in order to enhance consumers' lives. Commitment to providing excellent customer service. Physical ability to bend, lift, reach, kneel, shovel, and perform yard work; able to support consumers in the performance of household duties. Perform other duties as assigned. Ability to function effectively in a team environment. Ability to effectively develop, collaborate, and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of staff, both internal and external. Ability to function effectively in a fast‑paced and changing environment with multiple priorities and objectives. These positions may require some driving for work; ideal applicants will have a car, a good driving record, reliable vehicle, and car insurance. Qualifications 1 year of caregiving experience (required). Benefits Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Schedule 12‑hour shift 8‑hour shift Evening shift Overnight shift Overtime Weekends as needed Full‑time overnights available Multiple part‑time schedules available Full‑time float—floats are guaranteed 40 hours a week and receive their monthly schedule two weeks prior to the start of the month. Schedules can shift from month to month. Floats are trained in all homes and are scheduled in different homes as needed. Float applicants need to have availability between 6 am and 10 pm plus every other weekend. Supplemental Pay Types Bonus opportunities Signing bonus Application Question(s) We have a variety of schedules available; which position are you interested in? Work Location In person Job Type: Full‑time Hourly wage starts at $16.50 per hour (depending on experience, position status, and schedule availability), with regular performance‑based increases and bonuses thereafter. Positions covering weekend hours receive an additional $2 per hour pay differential. Full benefit package available for full‑time staff; health insurance, dental insurance, and generous paid time off. RISE UP is an EOE/AA employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr