OPWDD Self-Hire Staff
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Thank you for your interest in AIM. Please note that completing an application does not constitute a job offer and you should not begin working with a consumer. You are required to complete an orientation with a member of the AIM staff. You will be contacted by AIM when you are selected for hire.Job Title: OPWDD Self-Hire StaffStatus: Per Diem, HourlyReports To: Program ParticipantPurpose: Any individual hired by a self-directed program participant is hired to complete a variety of habilitation and/or respite tasks as outlined in their habilitation plan. These tasks are determined by the participant, outlined in the plan, and are developed to be a support and/or meet a need that will allow the program participant to become more independent and achieve their valued outcomes as defined.Essential Functions:The goal of the Self-Hired staff is to fulfill the role as outlined in the Individualized Habilitation plan. Those roles can include but are not limited to any of the following:+ Skills development+ Housekeeping+ Community activities+ Community integration+ Job coachingSelf-Hires are expected to:+ Complete tasks in a responsible, prompt and courteous manner.+ Maintain confidentiality and not discuss issues with anyone else.+ Report to work on time. Provide adequate notice if they are unable to work a scheduled shift.+ Respect the program participant's home, possessions, and lifestyle choices.+ Maintain their case notes with the use of MediSked.+ Request time off from the program participant 2 weeks before the requested dates.+ In the case of an illness or emergency, call your program participant as soon as possible, but no later than one hour before work.Experience and Qualifications:+ Must be at least 18 years of age.+ Must have a Social Security number.+ Be able to perform the tasks that need to be completed.+ Be willing and able to complete an application and other forms. These forms include health screening, fingerprint screening, and a criminal background check.+ Complete all required training through OPWDD and AIM Independent Living Center.Physical and Environmental Requirements:+ Must be able to lift 50lbs.Benefits can include:Medical, dental, vision insurance403(b) with matchingGenerous paid time offFlexible Schedule