Direct Support Professional (DSP) Life Enrichment Program

Rise Incorporated; New Richmond (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Life insurance

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Rise Incorporated in Wisconsin is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) level 2 (Driver) to work directly with people with disabilities in a community integrated setting, helping them live purposeful lives. DSPs support individuals with customized plans and participate in activities such as art therapy, cooking, and social events.

The role offers weekday hours 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, on-site work, training, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with

Qualifications

• Experience working with people with brain injuries and physical disabilities preferred.
• High School diploma required.
• Ability to meet physical demands and use safety equipment.
• Willingness to train and work as part of a team.
• Must pass background checks and have a valid driver license.

Responsibilities

• Assist people with personal cares and daily living activities.
• Document Care Plan outcomes daily.
• Dispense medication per physician orders and maintain records.
• Support activity coordinators in setting up activities.
• Inspire personal growth and implement person-centered practices.
• Model professional behavior and teamwork.
• Assist with lifting and transferring to/from wheelchairs.
• Complete documentation as needed.
• Provide transportation in Rise vehicles.
• Input information into the myEvolv database.

Skills

Empathy

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Tools

myEvolv database

Job description

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 like cooking or money management
• exploring their community
• volunteering
• hobbies like 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) level 2 (Driver) 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 day activities, creating friendships, and developing new opportunities for personal growth. Our DSPs work to 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.

The anticipated hours for this role will be Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 4:30PM.

Responsibilities

• Direct support professionals assist people with personal cares 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. Maintain required medication documentation as required by state licensing.
• Assist Activity Coordinators in set-up of activities and encourage people during groups/activities as needed.
• Continually inspire personal growth in the people we support by working on personal goals and implementing person-centered practices.
• Conducts oneself as a positive role model for people and other team members in terms of appearance, socialization and teamwork.
• Position does include lifting and transferring adults to/from wheelchairs
• Complete documentation as needed
• Provide daily transportation of persons supported in Rise vans and buses
• Input information into myEvolv 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 ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Maintain calm demeanor in handling occasional difficult situations.
• Previous experience is helpful, but 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 license and willing to drive a Rise vehicle to transport persons served
• Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background check

Benefits

• Wage: $18.91-$19.96 per hours 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
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with a 100% vested employer match
• Rise sponsored Basic Life & AD &D insurance
• Voluntary Life, Short Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement and Rise sponsored trainings (i.e., CPR, First Aide, and more) to help you be successful in your role
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) starts at 16 days during your first year, plus 2 floating holidays, and 48 hours ESST time per year.
• Employee resource groups (i.e., DEI, LGBTQ+, recognition and more).
• A fun team environment that supports your professional development and opportunities for career advancement.
• Rise is a PSLF-eligible employer. Your qualified student loan balance may be forgiven after 120 covered payments.

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.