IDD Teacher Assistant, Bear Creek ICF

About the role

To provide direct educational services to the service users of RHA Howell Care Centers, Inc. under the supervision of the Director of Professional Services/Program Director.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational services to individuals with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and those facing mental health and substance use challenges.
• Work closely with the Director of Professional Services/Program Director to develop and implement educational plans tailored to each individual’s needs.
• Assist in the development and implementation of activities that promote social skills, communication, and daily living skills.
• Support the Director of Professional Services/Program Director in conducting assessments and evaluations to monitor progress and adjust educational plans accordingly.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care and support for the individuals served.

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• One year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Regularly required to lift 10 lbs., must be able to lift a minimum of 15 lbs., pull a minimum of 10 lbs., squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing and lifting.
• Close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
• Must be able to talk and hear.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• One year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Physical requirements including lifting, pulling, squatting, kneeling, crawling, crouching, climbing, stooping, regular use of hands, standing, walking, talking, hearing, and demonstrating CPR proficiency.

Skills

• Positive and personable demeanor.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in CPR from the floor level.

Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to earned money before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only).
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only).
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Wellbeing Programs: physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing support.
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees).
• Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.