Direct Support Professional (DSP)

About the role

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our adult foster care home in Sandstone, MN. As a DSP, you will help people with disabilities and mental illness live their best, most fulfilling lives. No prior experience or certifications are required. RSI’s Division adult foster care program in Sandstone currently provides 24-hour services for adults living with a range of developmental and physical disabilities, some with higher medical support needs.

Responsibilities

As a DSP, 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
• Community activities such as shopping, concerts, going out to eat, movies, fitness, and outdoor recreation

You will develop meaningful relationships and be part of a person-centered culture that values the people we support and team members.

Requirements

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

Schedule

40 hours per week; shifts scheduled between 7am–10pm, with every other weekend required. Shifts are typically 4–8 hours long and include a variety of times.

Pay

$18.75–$19.25 per hour.

Benefits

• 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 programs

About RSI

RSI has been working in communities in Minnesota since 1978, providing home and community-based services for people living with disabilities and mental illness. We believe that all people, regardless of their disability, can live successfully in a community-based setting given the proper supports. RSI is a 2022–2025 Star Tribune Top Workplace in Minnesota.

Career Growth

You will gain a diverse range of skills as a DSP that can 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 more.