Innovations Paraprofessional

About the role

Work one-on-one with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to help them achieve their goals and become as independent as possible. This can be done in either a private home or within the community.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual habitation plans to teach daily living skills, socialization, employment, leisure, and recreational activities.
• Document progress in progress notes, which should include observations, consumer participation, and any relevant information.
• Obtain guardian’s signatures on documentation as required.
• Supervise and assist with general housekeeping, meal preparation, grooming, bathing, eating, and other activities as necessary.
• Provide transportation to community services/activities as needed.
• Aid with money management and encourage decision-making.
• Assist with prescribed exercises and maintain therapeutic/adaptive equipment.
• Report any changes in the person’s condition, needs, or circumstances.
• Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation, fraud, or drug diversion.
• Perform other duties as required by circumstances.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write, understand, and follow directions
• No substantiated findings on the NC Health Care Abuse Registry
• LME/MCO contract compliance with SBI and DMV requirements
• Valid driver’s license and 3 full years of driving experience
• Acceptable level of automobile liability insurance
• Experience with persons with I/DD preferred but not required
• Willingness to complete all required trainings as assigned
• Access to a device with internet connection at the time services are rendered

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic principles of I/DD
• Empathy and understanding of consumer problems
• Ability to work with diverse individuals
• Ability to determine consumer needs
• Ability to engage and build rapport with the person served
• Ability to adhere to company policy regarding supervision and transportation
• Ability to document services provided accurately and timely

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
• Organizational and time management skills
• Physical stamina and flexibility
• Ability to adapt to changing situations

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

$17.70 per hour

Schedule

Not specified