Direct Care Support Professional / Flexible Weekend hours

Direct Support Professional (DSP)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? 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. Flexible schedulesA diverse and inclusive team that will support and appreciate youExcellent benefits that include medical, dental, wellness and 403B RetirementPaid time off (40 hours after 90 days and 160 hours after your first year for Full-Time Employees)Employee assistance programWeekend and overnight differentialsCareer advancement opportunitiesCompany paid trainingOpportunities to earn more based on experienceRequirements: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; 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. 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 PolicyResponsible to: Residential Managers/DesigneeStatus: Non-exemptQualifications:· Valid NYS Driver's License acceptable to insurance agency standards- this is required· Weekend availabilityPlease read: 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 hiring for all shifts: Day, Evening, with weekend availability required.Full time and per diem positions availableAs 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.