In-Home Services Counselor (IHSC, DSP)

Residential Services, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

PTO

Paid training

Refer-a-friend bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Long-term disability insurance

Flexible scheduling

Wellness programs

Recognition programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a full-time Independent Living Skills Counselor (IHSC) for our In-Home Adult program in Virginia, MN. You will help adults with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most independent lives.

As an IHS Counselor, you will serve adults living in private home settings, assess needs, and collaborate with the person and their support team to develop and implement supports plans that promote independence across a range of skills.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license with no restrictions and a working vehicle.
• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field, or four years experience, or associate’s degree with two years experience.
• Ability to pass post-offer background check and Motor Vehicle Report check.

Responsibilities

• Serve adults living in private home settings and help individuals achieve maximum independence.
• Assess the person’s needs and develop supports plans with the person and their support team.
• Provide skill training across multiple areas including physical/personal needs, communication, household management, community living, and health.

Skills

Driver's license

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field

Associate’s degree in behavioral science or related field and 2 years of experience

Four years of experience working with individuals with disabilities

Job description

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a full-time Independent Living Skills Counselor (IHSC) for our In-Home Adult program in Virginia, MN. As an IHSC, you will help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most independent lives.

Position Offering: 40hrs per/ week; Monday - Friday, Flexible scheduling to best fit the needs of people receiving services, with occasional nights and weekends.

Salary: $21.75-$22.75 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)
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee wellness & resource programs
• Employee recognition & rewards programs
• Eligible employees mayqualify for tuition assistance and student loan forgiveness through state and federal assistance programs.

What you’ll do as an Independent Living Skills Counselor:

As an IHS Counselor, you will serve adults living in private home settings. You will help individuals achieve their maximum level of independence by providing skill training and supports needed to perform everyday tasks. You will assess the person’s needs and work collaboratively with the person and their support team to develop and implement supports plans that will help them achieve independence in a variety of skill areas, including:

• Physical and personal needs
• Communication
• Household management
• Community living/mobility
• Reduction/elimination of maladaptive behavior
• Sensory/motor development
• Socialization
• Vocational and educational
• Health and wellness

For this position, you will need:

• A valid driver’s license with no restrictions and have a working vehicle
• Education/Experience:
  • 1. Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field or
  • 2. Four years of experience working with individuals with disabilities or
  • 3. Associate’s degree in behavioral science or related field and two years of experienceworking with individuals with disabilities
• To pass a post-offer background check and Motor Vehicle Report check

About RSI:

RSI has been working in communities in Minnesota since 1978 inhome 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: $21.75-$22.75 per hour

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.