Direct Support Professional
Key Skills for This Role
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Qualifications:
- Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities in a professional setting strongly preferred.
- Basic computer skills, experience using Therap a plus!
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Empathy, enthusiasm, and a passion and dedication for helping others.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- In some locations, a valid US driver’s license and auto insurance may be required, with at least 3 years of driving experience. Access to reliable transportation is required, and some positions may require the use of a personal vehicle to transport supported individuals, depending on program needs.
- Employees at Aspire enjoy working with a collaborative and dedicated team that values a culture of belonging and care. We take pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – Save for your future through Aspire's voluntary 403(b) retirement plan.
- Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Access confidential support and resources for personal, family, financial, and work-life needs.
- Professional Development Reimbursment– Take advantage of training and learning opportunities to build your skills and support career growth.
- Meaningful Work & Flexible Scheduling – Enjoy the flexibility of a per diem schedule while making a positive impact in the lives of the individuals and communities we serve.
- If you want to join us in making a difference and positively impact the lives of others while charting your own path of development, then we at the Aspire team would love to hear from you.
- Pay: $18.50-$19.00/hr based on education and experience
- Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities in a professional setting strongly preferred.
- Basic computer skills, experience using Therap a plus!
About Aspire Living & Learning
Private nonprofit human services, behavioral health, and education organization serving neurodiverse children and adults.
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