Direct Support Professional (DSP) Life Enrichment Program (Oakdale, MN)

Job Type
Full-time
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.
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 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
Hiring Bonus: $1,000

($500 after 6-month work anniversary and $500 after 12-month work anniversary)
Wage: $18.36-19.13 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.
Salary Description$18.36 - $19.13

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