Youth In-Home Services Worker (IHSW, DSP)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid training

Refer-a-friend bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Disability and life insurance

Flexible scheduling

Wellness programs

Recognition programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a part-time Independent Living Skills Worker (IHSW) for the In-Home Youth, Families, & Respite program in Duluth, MN. The role focuses on helping people with disabilities live independent lives with skill training and supportive plans.

Hours are afternoons/evenings, with every other weekend required (sleep overnight possible). Salary is $20.25–$21.25 per hour, with a reduced rate for asleep overnight hours.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and access to a working vehicle.
• Two-year degree in a behavioral science or related field preferred.
• One year of experience with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Must pass post-offer background check and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check.

Responsibilities

• Serve youth and young adults living in private home settings.
• Help individuals achieve independence by providing skill training and supports.
• Collaborate with the person and support team to implement supports plans.
• Assist in physical/personal care, communication, household management, and mobility.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Reliable

Education

Two-year degree in behavioral science or related field

Job description

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a part-time Independent Living Skills Worker (IHSW) for our In-Home Youth, Families, & Respite 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!

Hours for this position fall between 7:00am- 8:00pm. During the school year the hours fall between 6:00am-9:00 pm. Part time positions will be mostly afternoons/evenings. Every other weekend is a requirement, which may include at least one asleep overnight.

Salary: $20.25-$21.25 per hour, reduced rate for asleep overnight hours

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

As An IHS Worker, You Will Serve Youth And Young 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.

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].

Salary: $20.25-$21.25 per hour, reduced rate for asleep overnight hours

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: In-home Youth, Young Adult, and Family

This is a part time position