Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Residential Services of NE MN; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) plan

PTO

Paid training

Referral bonus

EAP

Disability insurance

Flexible scheduling

Wellness programs

Recognition programs

Free meals

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Residential Services, Inc. in Virginia, MN is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist adults with disabilities and mental illness in our Virginia foster care home.

You will help residents live fulfilling lives and support daily tasks, medications, hygiene, and community activities to promote independence. The role offers 4–8 hour shifts, some weekends, and 24/7 coverage with varied hours.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Assist people with disabilities and mental illness with daily tasks according to individual needs and goals.
• Duties may include medication administration, household duties, behavioral management, personal hygiene and medical cares, plus community activities such as shopping, events, and outings.
• Develop meaningful relationships and support a person-centred culture, valuing the people we serve and team members.

Job description

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our adult foster care home in Virginia, MN. As a DSP, you will help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most fulfilling lives.

The RSI Virginia adult foster care programs currently provide 24-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 $1.85 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)
• Flexible scheduling
• 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.

Salary: $18.75-$19.25 per hour

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.

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Department: Virginia Programs

This is a part time position