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Nexus Family Healing

Human Resources Manager

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

... an orphanage in the early 1800s. In 2012, Nexus Family Healing affiliated with this location ... Collaborates with the Executive Director and HR Directors to implement HR best practices that ...

Nexus Family Healing

Human Resources Manager

Baltimore, MD · Hybrid

$95K - $105K/yr

... an orphanage in the early 1800s. In 2012, Nexus Family Healing affiliated with this location ... Collaborates with the Executive Director and HR Directors to implement HR best practices that ...

Rising Ground

Registered Nurse

Bronx, NY · On-site

Bronx, New York Employment Type: Full-Time FLSA Exempt About Us Founded as an orphanage in 1831 ... Direct Supervision for all staff providing medical support to Individuals withing the residential ...

Rising Ground, Inc.

FFC - Case Planner

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$53K/yr

About Rising Ground Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of ... Provide direct case planning services that access child safety, child wellbeing and facilitate ...

Rising Ground, Inc.

FFC - Case Planner

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$53K/yr

About Rising Ground Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of ... Provide direct case planning services that access child safety, child wellbeing and facilitate ...

Rising Ground, Inc.

FFC - Case Planner

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$53K/yr

About Rising Ground Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of ... Provide direct case planning services that access child safety, child wellbeing and facilitate ...

Rising Ground, Inc.

Registered Nurse

Bronx, NY · On-site

$92K/yr

Bronx, New York Employment Type: Full-Time FLSA Exempt About Us Founded as an orphanage in 1831 ... Direct Supervision for all staff providing medical support to Individuals withing the residential ...

Rising Ground, Inc.

FFC - Case Planner

Bronx, NY · On-site

$53K/yr

About Rising Ground Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of ... Provide direct case planning services that access child safety, child wellbeing and facilitate ...

Rising Ground, Inc.

Special Events Officer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

New York Employment Type Full Time Start Date Immediate About Us Founded as an orphanage in 1831 ... Work with the Vice President of Development, the Board of Directors, and Senior Leadership to ...

Rising Ground, Inc.

FFC - Case Planner

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$53K/yr

About Rising Ground Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of ... Provide direct case planning services that access child safety, child wellbeing and facilitate ...

Rising Ground, Inc.

Shift Supervisor

Bronx, NY · On-site

$66K/yr

New York, NY Employment Type Full-Time Start Date Immediate About Us Founded as an orphanage in ... Supervise, coach, and support Child Care Workers and direct care staff while reinforcing trauma ...

Rising Ground, Inc.

FFC - Case Planner

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$53K/yr

About Rising Ground Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of ... Provide direct case planning services that access child safety, child wellbeing and facilitate ...

Rising Ground, Inc.

Nurse Practitioner

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$115/hr

Director of Health Services Location: Brooklyn, New York & Bronx, New York Salary Range: $115.00/Hourly Employment Type: Per-Diem Start Date: Immediate About Us Founded as an orphanage in 1831 ...

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IDD-Direct Support Professional - Driver

Bronx, NY • On-site

Rising Ground, Inc.
Individual, Family and Community Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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$37K - $40K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Rising Ground rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Department:

I/DD

Reports To

Residence Manager/Assistant Residence Manager

Location: 

Westchester & NYC

Employment Type

Full Time 

Start Date 

Immediate 

About Us

Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually. We do this through 101 programs across 138 sites, throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City. 


Role Overview

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides person centered support based on the individual’s needs, preferences and choices. DSPs perform a wide variety of tasks and activities based on the valued outcomes of each person they work with and reflect the specific skills and abilities of each individual. DSPs encourage, guide and offer training to develop daily living skills, ensuring personal needs are met, promoting active engagement in community life and ensuring health and safety. DSPs create a positive and enriching program environment for all people supported. Direct Support Professionals are a vital member of each person’s support team. DSPs are expected to align their performance with the Code of Ethics and OPWDD DSP Competencies.


Key Responsibilities

  • Support individuals in achieving their personal goals, preferences, choices, and developmental objectives as outlined in their Staff Action Plan and Life Plan.
  • Provide appropriate supervision and individualized support based on each person's behavioral, medical, developmental, and emotional needs.
  • Escort individuals to community activities, recreational outings, medical appointments, and other essential services as needed.
  • Safely operate agency vehicles to support transportation and other programmatic needs.
  • Assist individuals with meal planning, grocery shopping, food preparation, and the development of healthy daily living skills.
  • Administer medications, when authorized, in accordance with AMAP certification requirements, RN oversight, and organizational policies.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive environment that promotes dignity, independence, and a positive home-like atmosphere.
  • Comply with all OPWDD, NYS Justice Center, and Rising Ground policies, procedures, training requirements, and regulatory standards.
  • Act as a mandated reporter and promptly communicate any concerns impacting the health, safety, or well-being of individuals to the Program RN or appropriate administrator.
  • Complete all required documentation accurately and timely, including progress notes, billing records, medical follow-up, clinical data, incident reporting, and other assigned responsibilities.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED Required
  • Valid State Driver’s License (NYS preferred)
  • Must be able to work independently and self-directed.
  • Must be able to use technology (for completion of billing data and other assigned tasks)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Positive attitude toward the challenges faced by the people that we support.
  • Must be flexible with meeting the needs of the people they support.
  • Availability to meet the schedule of the position as assigned, with occasional flexibility
  • Prior experience with OPWDD or supporting people with disabilities is a plus

Work Environment

Residential

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. 7:00am - 3:00pm, 3:00pm - 11:00pm or 11:00pm - 7:00am

Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary structure
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match 
  • PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)
  • Remote / flexible work options (If applicable)

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