Do you want to make a real difference in people's lives? Work for an inspiring non-profit leader in disability services!At Rise, Inc., we believe that everyone deserves opportunities to live a life filled with purpose and pride. In our employment, housing, and life-enrichment services, we support people to set and achieve their personal goals. That shared commitment is the foundation of a workplace that embraces a culture of learning and growth by offering extensive training, competitive salaries, and a fun work environment. Visit our website at www.rise.org to learn more about our work. What you will do:Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) Supported Employment Team advances the work and social skills of people with intellectual disabilities. Supervise the daily operations of community worksites and/or transportation for persons with disabilities in achieving their goals. In this role you will,
- Train and assist person served to perform tasks efficiently.
- Ensure quality and production levels are met.
- Track and record person served individual work production.
- Provide support services to four to eight people.
- Implement goals based on the individual's ability to carry out the training objectives.
- Regularly communicate with team members.
- Supervise persons served while working and during break times.
- Provides transportation services as needed. Rise's vehicle may be provided.
RequirementsWhat you will need:
- Experience working with persons with disabilities in a community setting preferred
- Hardworking, flexible, and ability to work collaboratively with a team, required
- Organizational and time management skills are essential
- Good customer service and ability to deescalate difficult situations
- Comply with and pass Department of Human Services (DHS) background check (Rule 11), which may include fingerprinting
- Have a valid driver license
- Pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background check
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds daily
What we have to offer you:
- Hiring Bonus: $1,000 ($500 after 6-month work anniversary and $500 after 6-month work anniversary)
- Wage: $18.36 - $19.13 per hour, depending on qualifications
- Daytime work hours (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.! Visit our career page to apply to this and other positions, or email us at ...@rise.org if you have any questions. Rise values being a person-centered organization. This impacts how we serve 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