Youth Direct Support Professional

1 week ago

Duluth, Minnesota, United States Residential Services, Inc. Full time

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring part-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our youth foster care homes in Duluth, MN. As a DSP, you will help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most fulfilling lives. If you are compassionate, warm-hearted, and reliable with a passion for caring for others, apply to join our team No prior experience or certifications are required to get started in this exciting and rewarding field

RSI's youth programs are located throughout Duluth in the Riverside, Kenwood, and Morley Heights neighborhoods. Staff at these locations work together to provide a nurturing, structured environment that is fun, person-centered, and supportive. Evening shifts are available on weekdays in addition to shorter morning shifts built around the school schedules of the individuals receiving services. Day and evening weekend shifts are also available. Every-other weekend is required.

Salary: $21.50-$22.00 per hour

These programs pay a rate exception of $4.50 per hour on top of RSI's regular wages. Rate exceptions are requested by RSI from the Department of Human Services (DHS) due to more significant staff support needs for one or more person at the program, so we may compensate direct care staff at a higher wage. Please note that rate exceptions are tied to the individual(s) receiving services and will no longer be offered if the individual terminates service with RSI or no longer needs the additional supports.

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/Short term disability and life insurance (Full-time)

Other benefits RSI employees enjoy include flexible scheduling, free meals, employee recognition and rewards, and every other weekend off. Eligible employees may also qualify for tuition assistance and student loan forgiveness through state and federal assistance programs.

You will gain a diverse range of skills as a DSP that will help jump start careers in many different fields, including promotion opportunities at RSI, social services, human services, psychology, education, healthcare, physical and occupational therapy, communications, and much more.

What You'll do as a DSP:

As a DSP, you will help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most fulfilling lives. You will assist in a variety of day-to-day tasks based on the needs and goals of the people you are caring for. Duties may include medication administration, household duties, behavioral management, assistance with personal hygiene and medical cares, and community activities such as shopping, concerts, going out to eat, movies, fitness, outdoor recreation, and more. You will develop meaningful relationships and be part of a person-centered culture that values the people we support and team members.

Your schedule will typically include 4–8-hour shifts with hours scheduled during the week and every other weekend. We support people 24/7 and have a variety of shift times available.

For this position you will need:

  • To pass a post-offer background check
  • A valid driver's license and be able to pass an MVR check if working days or evenings

About RSI:

RSI has been working in communities in Minnesota since 1978 in home 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.

How to Apply:

You can apply online by visiting our employment website at . You may also fill out a paper application at any of our office locations. Interviews are conducted over the phone, video chat, or in person.

RSI hosts walk-in interviews every Thursday from 9am-4pm at our Duluth office. Apply and interview on the spot

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 or

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Salary: $21.50-$22.00 per hour

RSI is a 2022 & 2023 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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