Youth Direct Support Professional; DSP

Residential Services, Inc. (RSI) is hiring a part‑time Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our youth foster care home 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.

Celia youth foster program is located in Duluth, MN near the Miller Hill Mall. Celia provides support to boys ages 6‑11 with needs due to cognitive disabilities, physical disabilities, and mental health conditions.

Summer: 5:00 am/6:00 am – 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm/9:30 pm Sunday–Saturday. School hours will be 5:00 am – 9:00 pm, 2:00 pm – 9:30 pm. Weekdays and every‑other weekend. (See website for full schedule.)

$25.25–$25.75 per hour, including a rate exception of $6.50 per hour (included in the wage range).

• 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)
• 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.

Assist people with disabilities and mental illness in their daily activities, including medication administration, household duties, behavioral management, personal hygiene, medical care, and community activities such as shopping, concerts, eating out, movies, fitness, and outdoor recreation. Build meaningful relationships and contribute to a person‑centered culture that values the people we support and our team members.

• Pass a post‑offer background check
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass an MVR check if working days or evenings
• Must be 21 or older to work in youth foster care settings

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 with proper supports.

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.