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Direct Support & Management Roles
full-time•New York
About this role
Hiring Event – Direct Support & Residential Management Roles
Offers Made on the Spot!
Rising Ground is hosting an in-person hiring event for multiple IDD Residential positions. If you are passionate about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, we encourage you to attend.
Event Details
Date: February 3, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Location:
2749 University Avenue
Bronx, NY 10456
Entrance on 195th Street
Please bring a copy of your resume
A valid NYS driver’s license is required
Open Positions
- Direct Support Professional (DSP)
- Medical Support Professional (MSP)
- Assistant Residence Manager (ARM)
- Residence Manager (RM)
Locations: Bronx - Yonkers, NY
Pay & Benefits
- DSP: $18.00 – $19.44/hour
- MSP: $19.44 – $20.44/hour
- Assistant Residence Manager: $53,790/year
- Residence Manager: $70,659.83/year
Benefits Include:
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Mission-driven nonprofit organization
Job Summaries
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Provide hands-on support to individuals with developmental disabilities in residential settings.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily living skills and personal goals
- Support medical appointments, meals, and activities
- Administer medication (AMAP certification)
- Maintain documentation and compliance with OPWDD standards
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid NYS driver’s license
- Experience with individuals with special needs preferred
Medical Support Professional (MSP)
Provide person-centered medical and daily living support with a focus on health, safety, and independence.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 6 months experience supporting individuals with I/DD preferred
- Commitment to professional growth and ethical care
Assistant Residence Manager (ARM)
Support the Residence Manager with staff supervision and residential program operations.
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
- Clean NYS driver’s license
Residence Manager (RM)
Oversee residential programs and supervise staff while ensuring high-quality, person-centered services.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services required
- Minimum 2 years of experience, including 1 year supervisory
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- AMAP, First Aid/CPR/AED certifications a plus
- Bilingual preferred
About Rising Ground
Founded in 1831, Rising Ground is a leading nonprofit human services organization serving over 72,000 individuals annually across New York City and Westchester. We are committed to helping people reach their full potential through care, opportunity, and support.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Rising Ground is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
What you'll do
- The roles involve providing support to individuals with developmental disabilities in residential settings. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living skills, supporting medical appointments, and maintaining compliance with standards.
About Rising Ground, Inc.
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.
With an annual budget of $203 million and 101 programs at 138 sites throughout the New York City and lower Westchester area, we deliver dedicated support to promote safe environments for children and help families thrive through our family stabilization, family foster care and adoption programs; innovative special educational programs that advance learning from early childhood through high school; result-focused programs that help court-involved youth change the trajectory of their lives; caring services that promote independence for children and adults with developmental disabilities; and pro-active community health initiatives that foster well-being. Across programs, we continually engage new, innovative techniques and implement evidence-based models to increase our impact and promote better outcomes.
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