Direct Support Professional

RISE is a nonprofit organization that was established in 1980 as Aid To The Developmentally Disabled (ADD) by family members who were concerned about the physical and emotional decline of patients compelled to live in crowded institutions. These family members believed that appropriate treatment and training in a warm, sheltered, homelike environment would enhance their physical and emotional growth. With the support, funding and licensing of New York State’s Office of People with Developmental Delays (OPWDD) and the Office of Mental Health (OMH), Rise Life Services came to life.

We are seeking energetic Direct Support Professionals to work in our residential group homes. Direct Support Professionals work as part of a comprehensive treatment team. The goal of the team is to support our individuals in becoming as independent as possible . Typical responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional center around counseling, caregiving , crisis intervention , skill training and assistance with daily care .

There are Full-Time, Part-Time, Overnights, and On-Call Direct Support Professional positions available. We service the east end of Long Island in the following locations: Riverhead, Cutchogue, Flanders, Wading River, Shirley/Riverhead, Greenport, Ridge, Calverton, Jamesport and Middle Island.

The job of a Direct Support Professional improves the lives of others and is a rewarding experience. Please apply today.

HS Degree/GED Required

Valid NYS Drivers License Required

"Rise to a better career" We have demonstrated a strong commitment to the retention of our staff by introducing programs such as the : Rising Star and Shining Star programs as well as our interactive roundtable series. Please see our website for more information riselifeservices.org EOE

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.20 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever worked for Rise Life Services or ADD before?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• NYS Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person