What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional (Full-Time, Year-Round) position at Children's Respite Care Center?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Special education paraprofessionals work with early childhood or school age students with behavioral, developmental, and neurotypical needs by providing academic and behavioral support in the classroom at our Northwest (88th & Blondo) or Southwest Centers (138th & Q).
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have at least one year of experience working in a licensed childcare center or public school system. Candidates with previous teaching or aide experience in an educational environment involving students with disabilities, or related training and experience is preferred.
Starting pay is $17.00 - $19.00 an hour, based on experience. Our full-time staff benefits include robust holiday pay that includes pay for the work days from Christmas to New Years!
Below are examples of the impact YOU can make!
CRCC has been nothing but a blessing to my son. He has grown and learned so much during his time with CRCC. " "Our stressful situations were all care related, having the daily health services have provided a place for our child to attend with nursing services." "Knowing my child is somewhere where they are safe, understood and able to grow has helped me be more productive during the day." "CRCC provides a safe, welcoming place for us to bring our daughter where everyone knows her name, appreciates her, and cares for her as if they were family."
CRCC Mission and Values
CRCC is a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive services to children with special needs to help them reach their highest potential. CRCC values Quality Care for Children, Family Involvement, and Staff Excellence. CRCC's work environment is energetic and team-oriented.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
- Responsible for greeting parents and guests.
- Communicates daily with parents regarding child's daily activities.
- Acknowledges the role of parents as primary caregivers by supporting their child-rearing efforts.
- Encourages parents to provide input and feedback regarding the services their child is receiving through CRCC and is a resource for information and support.
- Possesses understanding, patience, and flexibility in dealing with clients, parents, and staff members.
- Is aware of each Day Health Service clients' Plan of Care (POC) assists with client care needs as outlined in the POC.
- Communicates with members of the care team to provide coordination of services between programs to meet the needs of all clients.
- Assists with activities of daily living (ADL's) of the clients on a daily basis and encourages independent care of self during the ADL's.
- Assists with personal cares of clients as outlined in the POC. Personal cares may include assistance with basic hair care, dressing, and / or oral care.
- Documents daily activities, personal care aides, and activities of daily living carried out for each client's Plan of Care on the client's individual Personal Care Aide Plan (PCAP).
- Follows accepted universal precaution practices, including, but not limited to : proper hand-washing techniques, appropriate use of non-latex gloves and the use of individualized items during diaper changes.
- Is aware of and follows all regulations set by Nebraska Child Care Licensing and Children's Day Health Services Regulations.
- Recognizes and acts against hazards to safety (i.e. small and / or sharp objects).
Benefits
CRCC offers an Excellent Benefit Package for full-time employees.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Salary Description
Starting $17.00-$19.00 / hour
Salary : $17 - $19