Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our adult foster care home in Hibbing, 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! 

The Howard adult foster care program in Hibbing, MN currently provides services to four adults living with a range of mental health diagnoses and related conditions. 

Position is Offering: 40hrs per/week; shifts scheduled between 7:30am -11:30pm, with every other weekend shifts required. 

Salary: $18.75-$19.25 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
• Free meals
• Eligible employees may 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. 

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