Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) (Duluth, MN)

Residential Services, Inc.; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 34,784 - 35,473; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance (Full-time)

403(b) retirement plan with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid training

$500 refer-a-friend bonus

Employee wellness & resource programs

Free meals

Tuition assistance and student loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

A leading support services provider in Duluth, MN is seeking a part-time Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) to help individuals with disabilities and mental illness. This role requires compassion and reliability, with shifts scheduled for 10:00 pm to 8:00 am, including every-other weekend. No prior experience is necessary, providing an exciting opportunity for those interested in support services. The position offers a pay range of $25.25-$25.75 per hour and a variety of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or certifications required.
• Must pass a post-offer background check.

Responsibilities

• Help people with disabilities and mental illness live fulfilling lives.
• Assist in medication administration and household duties.
• Participate in community activities like shopping and outdoor recreation.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Communication

Job description

Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) (Duluth, MN)

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a part-time Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our youth foster care home in Duluth, MN. As a DSP, you will help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most fulfilling lives. If you are compassionate, warm-hearted, and reliable with a passion for caring for others, apply to join our team! No prior experience or certifications are required to get started in this exciting and rewarding field.

Our Celia youth foster program is located in Duluth, MN near the Miller Hill Mall. Celia provides support to boys ages 6-11 with support needs due to cognitive disabilities, physical disabilities, and mental health conditions.

Shifts: 2 days a week, 10:00 pm to 8:00 am. Every-other weekend is required for this position.

Salary: $25.25-$25.75 per hour. This program pays a rate exception of $6.50 per hour on top of RSI's regular wages (included in the wage range). Rate exceptions are requested by RSI from the Department of Human Services (DHS) due to more significant staff support needs for one or more person at the program, so we may compensate direct care staff at a higher wage. Please note that rate exceptions are tied to the individual(s) receiving services and will no longer be offered if the individual terminates service with RSI or no longer needs the additional supports.

What we offer:

• Health and dental insurance (Full-time)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time and part-time staff
• Paid training
• $500 refer-a-friend bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long‑term disability and life insurance (Full-time)
• Employee wellness & resource programs
• Employee recognition & rewards programs
• Free meals
• Eligible employees may qualify for tuition assistance and student loan forgiveness through state and federal assistance programs.

You will gain a diverse range of skills as a DSP that will help jump‑start careers in many different fields, including promotion opportunities at RSI, social services, human services, psychology, education, healthcare, physical and occupational therapy, communications, and much more.

What You’ll do as a DSP:

As a DSP, you will help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most fulfilling lives. You will assist in a variety of day‑to‑day tasks based on the needs and goals of the people you are caring for. Duties may include medication administration, household duties, behavioral management, assistance with personal hygiene and medical cares, and community activities such as shopping, concerts, going out to eat, movies, fitness, outdoor recreation, and more. You will develop meaningful relationships and be part of a person‑centered culture that values the people we support and team members.

Your schedule will typically include 4–8‑hour shifts with hours scheduled during the week and every other weekend. We support people 24/7 and have a variety of shift times available.

For this position you will need:

• To pass a post‑offer background check

About RSI:

RSI has been working in communities in Minnesota since 1978 in home and community‑based settings for people living with disabilities and mental illness, providing a range of services catered for individuals of all ages, identities, and abilities. We believe that all people, regardless of their disability, can live successfully in a community‑based setting given the proper supports.

How to Apply:

You can apply online by visiting our employment website at www.rsi.jobs. You may also fill out a paper application at any of our office locations. Interviews are conducted over the phone, video chat, or in person.

RSI hosts walk‑in interviews every Thursday from 9 am-4 pm at our Duluth office. Apply and interview on the spot!

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, or participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department at (218) 727‑2696 or [e-mail].

Learn more about RSI by visiting our website and liking us on Facebook.

RSI is a 2022-2025 Star Tribune Top Workplace in Minnesota!

Enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by providing innovative services that promote inclusion and self‑determination.

RSI is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance.

Department: Celia

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