In-Home Services Counselor (IHSC, DSP)

Residential Services of NE MN; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) plan

Paid PTO

Refer-a-friend bonus

Employee assistance

Disability & life insurance

Flexible scheduling

Wellness programs

Recognition programs

Tuition assistance

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) in Virginia, MN is hiring a full-time Independent Living Skills Counselor (IHSC) for the In-Home Adult program. You will help adults with disabilities and mental illness live independently by providing skill training and supports.

The role requires flexible scheduling (40 hours/week, M-F, some evenings/weekends) and a background check. RSI offers benefits including health/dental, retirement plan, PTO, training, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field or
• Four years of experience working with individuals with disabilities or
• Associate’s degree in behavioral science or related field and two years of experience

Responsibilities

• Provide skill training and supports to help adults achieve independence across multiple skill areas.
• Assess needs and develop supports plans with the person and their team.
• Support physical and personal needs, communication, household management, community living, and more.
• Assist with reduction/elimination of maladaptive behavior, sensory/motor development, socialization, vocational and educational activities, health and wellness.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Working vehicle

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field

Four years of experience with individuals with disabilities

Associate’s degree in behavioral science or related field + two years experience

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 may qualify 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 experience working 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.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, or participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department at [phone] or [e-mail].

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.

Salary: $21.75-$22.75 per hour

This is a full time position