In-Home Services Worker (IHSW, DSP)

Residential Services, Inc.; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Employer matching

PTO

Paid training

Refer-a-friend bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible scheduling

Wellness programs

Rewards programs

Tuition assistance

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a part-time Independent Living Skills Worker (IHSW) for our In-Home Adult program in Duluth, MN. You will help people with disabilities and mental illness live independently, with a compassionate and reliable approach.

Shifts vary from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, with every-other weekend required. RSI serves adults in private homes and communities, focusing on independent living skills and supports to achieve maximum independence.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in behavioral science or related field preferred.
• One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Pass a post-offer background check and Motor Vehicle Report.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Two-year degree in behavioral science or related field

One year of experience preferred

Job description

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a part-time Independent Living Skills Worker (IHSW) for our In-Home Adult program in Duluth, MN. As an IHSW, you will help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most independent lives. If you are compassionate, warm-hearted, and reliable with a passion for advocating for others, apply to join our team!

RSI's In-Home Program serves adults living in private home settings. Staff provide opportunities to build independent living skills (ILS) and providesupports needed to perform everyday tasks with the goal of helping individuals achieve their maximum level of independence. Services are provided at individuals’ homes and/or in the community. The hours may vary between 8:00 am to 7:00 pm with the possibility of split shifts depending on the needs of the person(s) served. Every-other weekend is required.

Salary: $20.25-$21.25 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)
• 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 Worker

• 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
• A two-year degree in a behavioral science or related field preferred OR
• One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred
• 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.

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.