Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Residential Services Inc.; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid training

Refer-a-friend bonus

Employee assistance program

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Wellness program

Rewards program

Free meals

Tuition assistance eligibility

Job summary

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Virginia, MN to support adults with disabilities in a foster care setting.

No prior experience or certifications are required; RSI provides training and a supportive team environment. Duties include assisting with daily living, medication administration, and community activities to promote independence and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or certifications required to get started.
• Post-offer background check is required.
• Valid driver’s license and be able to pass an MVR check if working days or evenings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in medication administration.
• Help with daily living and personal care.
• Support residents in community activities (outings, events).
• Maintain a person-centered approach and respectful interactions.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Patient

Communication

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) (Virginia, MN)

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a part-timeDirect Support Professional(DSP) for our adult foster care homein Virginia, 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! The RSI Virginiaadult foster care programs currently provide24-hour services for adults living with a range of mental health diagnoses and developmental disabilities.

Salary: $18.75-$19.25 per hour

In addition to our base wage,some RSI locations pay a premium rate of $1.85on 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 mayqualify 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.

Department: Virginia Programs. This is a part time position.

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