A Big Thank You to Our RISE DSPs This Thanksgiving
At RISE Services, Inc., Thanksgiving provides a special opportunity to pause and celebrate those who make a remarkable difference every day: our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). These dedicated team members play a vital role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and their impact reaches far beyond their daily tasks.
The Everyday Impact of DSPs
Direct Support Professionals are at the center of everything we do at RISE Services, Inc. Far more than caregivers, DSPs support individuals as they live meaningful, self-directed lives.
Our DSPs work in residential homes, at opportunity centers, and throughout the community. Interactions are shaped by patience, compassion, and a willingness to learn, which are qualities that set DSPs apart and reinforce our values as an organization.
Some key ways DSPs support individuals with IDD include:
- Assisting with daily living activities, like personal care, meal preparation, and medication reminders
- Supporting each person’s right to make choices and live independently
- Promoting community inclusion and participation
- Encouraging skill-building and fostering growth
- Acting as teachers, companions, and learners according to each person’s needs
- Advocating for the rights of each individual
- Providing emotional support and friendship
- Communicating respectfully and effectively with individuals and their support networks
- Maintaining a safe and supportive environment
- Continuously engaging in training and professional development to stay current in best practices
Our goal at RISE Services, Inc. is to provide opportunities for and with people, and our DSPs are a vital part of how we carry out that mission.
Building Careers That Matter
A career as a DSP is not just a job, but an opportunity to make a lasting difference. At RISE Services, Inc., we know our greatest strength is our people, which is why we support DSPs by providing ongoing training, career development, and a caring environment.
Our DSPs start each day with open minds and listening ears, free of preconceived notions. They commit to understanding each person’s strengths and preferences, completing required training, and embracing continuous learning.
Connect With RISE
At RISE, we’re thankful for each DSP who helps build inclusive communities and empowers individuals with IDD to lead dignified, independent lives. To view current job openings and to learn more about this rewarding career, contact RISE today!
