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Residential Services, Inc.(RSI) is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our adult foster care home in Cook, MN. Full-time and part-time positions available with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. No prior experience is required to get started in this exciting and rewarding field!
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.
Qualifications:
-Must be 18 years of age
-Must maintain valid drivers license with no restrictions
-Must be able to pass a background check
-Passionate about improving the lives of others
RSIs Two Rivers adult foster care program currently provides 24-hour services for four men living with a range of mental health diagnoses and physical disabilities, some with higher medical needs. Hours are from 6 am to 2 pm, 6 am to 4 pm, or 12 pm -10 pm, 40 hours per week, with a requirement of every other weekend.
What DSPs do:
DSPs provide individualized services to people with disabilities and/or mental illness who are living in home settings. The people who receive services from RSI rely on their caregivers to provide a safe living environment and to help meet all of their physical, emotional, social, medical, spiritual, and recreational needs and wants. DSPs assist in a variety of day-to-day tasks based on the individual needs and goals of the people they are caring for, which could include medication administration, household duties, assistance with personal hygiene, and community activities such as shopping, concerts, going out to eat, movies, fitness, outdoor recreation, and more.
RSI Employee Benefits:
-Competitive compensation
-Health and dental insurance (Full-time)
-403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
-Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time staff
-PTO for part-time staff meeting minimum hours requirements
-Flexible scheduling
-Career training and development
-Paid training
-Opportunities for career advancement
-$500 refer a friend bonus
-Employee Assistance Program
-Long term/Short term disability (Full-time)
-Free meals
-Employee recognition programs and awards
How to apply:
You can apply online by visiting our employment website at www.rsi.jobs or replying directly to this posting. You may also fill out a paper application at any of our office locations.
RSI hosts walk-in interviews every Thursday from 9 am-4 pm in Duluth and Virginia.
RSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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