Float Paraprofessional

Primary Responsibilities

• Aid program staff in maintaining a therapeutic and structured classroom environment.
• Provide direct observation and 1:1 support for students with behavioral challenges.
• Participate in behavioral interventions to promote compliance with program expectations.
• Deliver immediate, therapeutic crisis interventions when necessary.
• Collaborate with the team to implement individualized behavior plans.
• Contribute to daily and weekly student progress summaries.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of documentation.
• Support school field trips and additional program activities as needed.
• Travel between school sites to provide coverage and support where needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Entry Level (1 year of prior experience working with children)
• Valid Washington Food Handler’s Permit (can be obtained after start of employment if no current Food Handler’s Permit)
• Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration
• RCW 28A.400.303 requires employees of contractors that have regularly scheduled unsupervised access to children to go through FBI fingerprinting
• Requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency, therefore incumbent must meet all agency driving requirements, including being at least 21 years old, having been licensed for a minimum of three years, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver’s license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, social services, or behavior health field
• A minimum of 2 years of job-related experience
• Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness
• Experience working with special education population strongly preferred
• Experience with milieu treatment along with educational or classroom management
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification

Performance Requirements

• Knowledge of educational systems and child development
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public
• Communicates clearly and concisely
• Computer skills (ability to operate a personal computer, fax machine, printer, and copier proficiently)

Mental/Physical Requirements

• Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods
• Travel between work sites on a regular basis
• Mental/Physical Requirements: While performing the job duties, the employee is required to walk, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with arms, talk, or listen
• This position requires the infrequent use of restraint to support the safety needs of clients and staff