Direct Support Professional

Are you compassionate, personable, and have an ability to work with a diverse team? Do you want to work for an organization that supports and encourages your personal growth? Do you have a passion for helping people? If you have answered yes to these questions, we would love to speak to you. Our Mission AIM Services, Inc. is dedicated to supporting the “power of potential” in people of diverse abilities. Through community-based services, advocacy, and education, dedicated professionals support people in achieving their personal goals, while promoting self-confidence and independence. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you play an integral part in helping us with our mission. By developing meaningful connections, you will be able to assist people in reaching their maximum level of independence and potential. What we offer Flexible Schedules A diverse and inclusive team that will support and appreciate you. Excellent Benefits that include medical, dental, wellness and 403B Retirement Paid Time off (40 hours after 90 days and 160 hours after your first year for Full-Time Employees). Employee Assistance Program Weekend and Overnight Differentials. Career Advancement Opportunities Company Paid Training Opportunities to earn more based on experience. Purpose The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides care and support to people of diverse abilities. The DSP will assist each individual in reaching his/her maximum level of independence and power of potential by promoting a sense of self-worth, acceptance, achievement, citizenship, personal growth and personal choice. The DSP will implement each person’s personal plan of care, which may include activities of daily living, such as bathing, toileting, dressing, feeding and assisting with transportation. The DSP will possess a professional, patient (tolerant) understanding manner and work to maintain a calm, kind, caring and safe environment for the people we serve in their home and the community. Qualifications High School Diploma/GED preferred; background experience may be considered in lieu of education. CPR/First Aid Certification (training provided) AMAP Certification (training provided) SCIP Certification (training provided) Program specific training (provided) Valid NYS Drivers License acceptable to Agency Insurance standards/depending on program needs. Maintain valid insurance and provide insurance card if using your own vehicle. Ability to exhibit/maintain a professional, kind, courteous and patient manner at all times Valid NYS Driver’s License acceptable to insurance agency standards- this is required Weekend Availability Physical / Cognitive Requirements Lifting/transferring – individuals/items of various weights – must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Bending/Reaching/Pushing/Pulling Ability to perform SCIP techniques and maintain certification at all times Effective verbal and written communication skills Reading / Math skills at a level to perform job duties (read-implement physician orders, give medications as ordered, prepare recipes, read program documentation, etc.) Demonstrated interest and ability to make possible the personal outcomes of individuals receiving services Exposure/ability to safely use household chemicals Adherence to Agency policies, including Attendance Policy Responsible to: Residential Managers/Designee Status: Non-exempt Training and Locations Training is in our Saratoga Springs main office before moving to your work location. The training is paid and for a duration of 4 weeks. We are looking to hire people to work in the following cities: Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa, South Glens Falls, and Gansevoort. We are hiring for all shifts: Day, Evening, with weekend availability required. FULL TIME AND PERDIEM positions available As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, AIM Services, Inc will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristic protected under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr