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 and dental insurance

403(b) plan with employer matching

PTO for all staff

Paid training

Refer-a-friend bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Long-term disability and life ins.

Flexible scheduling

Wellness programs

Rewards programs

Tuition assistance & 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 support adults with disabilities to build independent living skills at home and in the community, working with a team to implement supports aimed at greater independence. Qualifications include a two-year degree in a behavioral science or related field or one year of experience with individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree preferred in behavioral science or related field.
• One year of experience with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Must pass post-offer background check and MVR check.

Responsibilities

• Provide skill training and supports to help adults achieve independence.
• Collaborate with the person and support team to implement supports plans.
• Assist in areas such as personal needs, communication, household management, and community living.
• Help reduce maladaptive behaviors and promote health and wellness.

Education

Two-year degree

Disability experience

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, 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 provide supports 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 mayqualify for tuition assistance and student loan forgiveness through state and federal assistance programs.

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

As an IHS Worker, 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 work collaboratively with the person and their support team to 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
• 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.

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: In-home Adult: Duluth

This is a part time position