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    Direct Support Professional - Saint Louis, MO, United States - Rise Incorporated

    Rise Incorporated
    Rise Incorporated Saint Louis, MO, United States

    1 week ago

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    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.

    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 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 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 vehicleto 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: $ 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
    • 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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