Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Residential Services Inc.; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance (Full-time

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Paid Time Off

Paid training

Refer-a-friend bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Long-term disability and life

Wellness & resources

Rewards programs

Free meals

Tuition assistance eligibility

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) in Duluth, MN is hiring part-time Direct Support Professionals to support adults with disabilities in our foster care homes. No prior experience required; comprehensive training is provided and scheduling is flexible.

As a DSP, you will assist with daily living, medication administration, household tasks, and community activities. Shifts typically 4–8 hours, with coverage across weekdays and weekends to support residents 24/7.

Qualifications

• Pass post-offer background check
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass an MVR check (if working days/evenings)

Responsibilities

• Assist in medication administration, household duties, behavioral management, personal hygiene, and medical care; support community activities and outings.
• Duties may include coordinating daily living tasks based on residents' needs and goals, with shifts typically 4–8 hours and 24/7 coverage.

Job description

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring part‑time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our adult foster care homes in Duluth, MN. As a DSP, you will help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most fulfilling lives. No prior experience or certifications are required to get started in this exciting and rewarding field!

Salary: $18.75-$19.25 per hour

In addition to our base wage, some RSI locations pay a premium rate of $1.00-$4.50 on top of regular hourly wages.

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.
• Flexible scheduling

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.

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.

What you’ll need:

• To pass a post‑offer background check
• A valid driver’s license and be able to pass an MVR check if working days or evenings

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.

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

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.

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

Department: Duluth Adult Programs

This is a part time position