Residential School Teaching Assistant- Day Position (Monday- Friday 8am-4pm) No Certification Required

About the role

As a Shared Aide, you’ll be part of a team providing quality supports and services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with people who live with a developmental disability is a highly rewarding job based on building relationships with awesome people. Every day is a chance to make a positive difference in someone’s life.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to people receiving services throughout all aspects of their lives across educational, residential and community environments.
• Support activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal care.
• Promote choice and independence while providing protective oversight.
• Demonstrate compliance with all Springbrook policies and State regulations to ensure safe and smooth operation of the program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mandatory overtime as necessary.
• Will be reassigned to other locations based on business needs.
• Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and e-mail applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word; have the aptitude to learn other computer software as necessary.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. independently and assist in lifting weights exceeding 50 lbs.
• Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Be able to perform all physical interventions.

Pay

Salary ranges from $19.00 - $21.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. New hires are eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus.