Direct Support Professional (DSP) Life Enrichment Program

Description At Rise, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a life filled with purpose. Nobody is just punching a timecard here. Every Rise team member is personally connected to and driven by our mission. And we like to have fun while we work! But we’re also serious about your success – we offer great opportunities for growth and development. In our life‑enrichment services, we support people with disabilities to set and achieve their personal goals. They can set goals related to: health and fitness mental wellbeing independent living skills such as cooking or money management exploring their community volunteering hobbies such as painting, crafts, and card games We’ll give you the tools you need by providing robust training. All you need is a willingness to learn and a desire to support others in living their best lives. Position Summary The purpose of this Direct Support Professional position (DSP) is to work directly with people with disabilities in a community‑integrated setting so they can live a life filled with purpose. Rise’s Life Enrichment Programs are designed to support persons who have a disability. People in our program benefit from and enjoy participating in daytime activities, creating friendships, and developing new opportunities for personal growth. Our DSPs support individuals in our programs with customized support plans that are designed to meet their specific needs and interests. Examples of Life Enrichment Program activities include art therapy, music therapy, cooking, YMCA classes and events, social activities (potlucks, etc.), learning activities including reading and discussion groups, community activities, and special events. Schedule The schedule for this position is Monday – Friday from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Responsibilities Assist people with personal care and other activities of daily living, including therapist‑designed programs such as walking and range‑of‑motion exercises. Document Care Plan outcomes and objectives daily. Dispense medication per physician orders and maintain required medication documentation as required by state licensing. Assist Activity Coordinators in setting up activities and encourage people during groups/activities as needed. Continuously inspire personal growth in the people we support by working on personal goals and implementing person‑centered practices. Conduct oneself as a positive role model for people and other team members in terms of appearance, socialization, and teamwork. Lifting and transferring adults to/from wheelchairs as required. Complete documentation as needed. Provide daily transportation of persons supported in Rise vans and buses. Input information into the Care Director database. Requirements Experience, competence, and sensitivity in working with people with brain injuries and physical disabilities preferred. High school diploma. Ability to meet the physical demands of the position and correctly use assistive and safety equipment. Hardworking, flexible, and able to work collaboratively with a team. Maintain a calm demeanor when handling occasional difficult situations. Previous experience is helpful; we are willing to train the right person. Applicants must comply with and pass Department of Human Services background check (Rule 11). Applicants must have a valid driver's license and be willing to drive a Rise vehicle to transport persons served. Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background check. Benefits Hiring Bonus: $1,000 ($500 after 6‑month work anniversary and $500 after 12‑month work anniversary). Wage: $18.91‑$19.96 per hour depending on experience. (No evenings, weekends, or major holidays). A pathway opportunity for persons aspiring to 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 including disability insurance and more. Tuition reimbursement and Rise‑sponsored trainings (e.g., CPR, First Aid, and more) to help you be successful in your role. Employee resource groups (e.g., DEI, LGBTQ+, recognition, and more). 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr