Direct Support Professional I

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Make a Difference. Build Independence. Find Your Fit.

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | RISE Community Services

Why You’ll Want to Work at RISE

You’re looking for more than your next job. You want work that matters, people you enjoy working with, and opportunities to learn, grow, and build your future.

At RISE, you'll receive paid training and opportunities for professional development and career growth. Full-time employees receive 100% employer-paid health insurance, dental and vision insurance, employer-paid life and short-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, sick and birthday time off, retirement matching, tuition reimbursement, and referral bonuses. Part-time employees receive paid vacation, paid training, tuition reimbursement, and referral bonuses.

And you don't have to stay in one area forever. Cross-training opportunities can allow you to learn different sides of RISE, build your skills, and discover where you fit best.

What You’ll Get to Own

As a DSP, you'll help individuals with disabilities build independence, make choices, develop skills, stay connected, and live meaningful lives.

Your day won't be spent doing everything for someone. Your job is to support people in doing as much as possible for themselves.

Depending on your interests and availability, there are three ways you could make an impact:

Residential — Support Everyday Life
You'll work alongside individuals in their homes, helping with daily routines, meals, personal care, medications, household responsibilities, hobbies, and community activities while promoting dignity and independence.

Day Program — Build Skills & Create Great Days
You'll help individuals participate in structured activities, build social and life skills, work toward vocational goals, enjoy outings, and develop greater independence.

Community Off-Site — Get Out Into the Community
You'll support individuals while they're out doing the things that make up everyday life—shopping, recreational activities, social events, and other community experiences—while encouraging independence and keeping safety at the center.

Interested in more than one? Great! We value employees who want to cross-train, learn different programs, and expand their skills.

You’ll Have the Opportunity to

• Build meaningful relationships with the people you support

• Help individuals develop greater independence and confidence

• Support personal goals, daily living skills, activities, and community involvement

• Encourage choice rather than making choices for someone

• Learn how to follow individualized support and behavior plans

• Complete documentation that helps the team provide consistent support

• Learn new skills through paid training and hands-on experience

• Cross-train in different RISE programs

• Build experience that can prepare you for future opportunities and leadership roles

You May Be a Great Fit If You

• Believe everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect

• Are dependable—because people are counting on you

• Have patience when something takes longer than expected

• Can encourage someone without doing everything for them

• Enjoy being active rather than sitting behind a desk all day

• Can stay calm and make good decisions when plans change

• Are comfortable helping with personal care when the position requires it

• Can balance compassion with expectations and boundaries

• Communicate well and work as part of a team

• Are willing to learn—even if you've never worked as a DSP before

• Want a job where the work you do has a purpose

What You’ll Need

You must be 18 or older, have a high school diploma or GED, pass required pre-employment screening, and complete required training. You'll also need a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Missouri Class E chauffeur's license within 14 days of hire.

This is an active, hands-on position. Depending on the program and individuals you support, you may assist with personal care, mobility and transfers, community activities, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.

Experience is great. The right attitude matters, too. We're looking for dependable people who bring patience, empathy, good judgment, and a willingness to learn.

About RISE

RISE Community Services creates opportunities for individuals with disabilities to live, work, and engage meaningfully in their communities.

Our values of Safety, Respect, Growth, Compassion, and Teamwork guide how we support others and how we work together.

Ready to RISE?

If you want a job where you can make a difference, build relationships, learn new skills, and help people become more independent, we'd like to meet you.

Bring your patience. Bring your personality. Bring your willingness to learn. Come find where you fit at RISE.