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 coaching

Self-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:

Flexible Schedule