Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Residential Services, Inc.; Sandstone (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance (Full-time

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid training

Refer-a-friend bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Long-term disability and life

Wellness & rewards programs

Free meals

Tuition assistance programs

Job summary

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our adult foster care home in Sandstone, MN. As a DSP, you help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most fulfilling lives, with no prior experience required.

Shifts are 2–10pm with every other weekend. Salary is $18.75–$19.25 per hour. RSI offers health and dental insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, PTO, paid training, a $500 refer-a-friend bonus, Employee Assistance Program,

Responsibilities

• Help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most fulfilling lives.
• 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.
• Your schedule will typically include 4–8-hour shifts with hours scheduled during the week and every other weekend.

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) (Sandstone, MN)

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our adult foster care home in Sandstone, 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!

RSI's Division adult foster care program in Sandstone currently provides 24-hour services for adults living with a range of developmental and physical disabilities, some with higher medical support needs.

Position Offers: 40hrs per/week with shifts scheduled 2-10pm with every other weekend shifts required.

Salary: $18.75-$19.25 per hour

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
• 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 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: Division

This is a full time position

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