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In order to be considered for this position, please complete and actual application by visiting www.aspiresd.org as Indeed only sends generic resumes to the employer.
Do you want a career where you feel fulfilled? Do you want great work/life balance? Do you have a desire for helping others live their best life? Do you enjoy overcoming challenges and problem solving? Are you compassionate, dependable and hardworking? Would you like to work for a company where you are part of something greater than yourself?
ASPIRE is looking for some great people to join our team. If you are organized, like a fast-paced work environment where the days fly by, and you can feel a sense of accomplishment at the end of your day, then apply at aspiresd.org or contact us today for more info!
Who We Are:
Founded in 1960, Aspire is one of 20 community support providers that contract with the state of South Dakota to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes, work, and recreational day. The majority of Aspire participants utilize Medicaid to fund their services. At our core, Aspire is a people-first organization - real people, passionate about living fulfilling lives. Our core values extend not only to our participants but also to our employee team members. We strive to foster an environment that is centered around respect, trust, support, integrity, professionalism, fun, innovation, and providing a work-life integration where our people can be their full authentic selves! As a result, we are proud to have earned a national accreditation from the Council on Quality and Leadership. We pride ourselves in our company’s culture, relationships, benefits, and work/life balance.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
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The Culture – At Aspire, you’ll feel respected, trusted, and cared for. Our organization truly values your personal growth and well-being, while empowering you to not only do your job well but to also live a meaningful life outside of work. We’re all here to help each other be the best version of ourselves!
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The Benefits – Focused on helping you stay well in all aspects of your life, some of the benefits you’ll enjoy include a generous PTO policy, a Lifestyle Spending account contribution, longevity and holiday bonuses, access to free counseling services, discounts to local businesses and services, free coffee, gift card giveaways, and so much more!
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The Flexibility – We strive to help all employees find an integration between their work and personal life. Our leaders are there to help you determine how to leverage flexibility to meet your personal needs.
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The Fun – We want all our employees to have fun while they work and have time to connect with coworkers. Some examples of social activities include seasonal potlucks, and food deliveries, summer fun days, holiday/dress-themed days, activities with our participants, and more!
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The Growth – When you start, you will be paired up with our Director of Human Resources, a mentor, and your supervisor to help you acclimate to your new role as well as coach you in your career development. Any questions, big or small, you’ll have someone there to help you as you learn. Our goal is to help you be successful in your new role!
Starting wage is $20.00 per hour for hours worked Monday 12:00am-Friday 11:59pm. We pay our staff a premium wage(time and a half) to work weekend hours which entail hours worked from Saturday at 12:00am-Sunday at 11:59pm. Premium hourly wage would then be $30.00 per hour making your average hourly wage $23.33!
Benefits for full time employees after completion of 60 day Orientation Period include:
Health through Blue Cross Blue Shield (can choose any provider!), Dental, Vision, $20k Company Paid Life insurance & AD&D, supplemental Life Insurance, 401k (Aspire matches 5%), Lifestyle Spending Account to use for Emotional, Financial and Physical Wellness (accrues $50 per month), supplemental policies through the Standard (Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital), Employee Assistance Program through Avera.
Holiday pay- receive 8 hours of regular rate of pay for each of the 8 holidays. If you work on a holiday and it falls during the week, you will receive time and a half. If the holiday falls on a weekend, you will receive double pay! Also, student loan forgiveness, paid training, approved mileage is reimbursed at current mileage rate, and free hot meal (depending on work location).
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Minimum of High School diploma or GED
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Basic fluency in oral and written English.
- Pass qualifying criminal background checks which includes motor vehicle driving records.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screening. Upon hire, employees are subject to random and reasonable suspicion testing per Aspire Inc.’s Drug Free Workplace Policy.
Licenses/Required Testing:
A valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability is required upon hire. Must have a safe driving record, have at least 3 years of driving experience, and be insurable under our insurance.
Employees must successfully complete all required agency training in the required time allotted, and recertify annually.
Salary : $20 - $30
