Afterschool DSP/Special Education Assistant/Paraprofessional

ADEC INC.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

ADEC INC. is seeking an Afterschool Program Support Staff in Elkhart, IN. This part-time role runs Monday through Friday from 1:30pm to 6:30pm, with year-round options including summer camp.

The position focuses on planning activities to help children with disabilities improve mobility, social, academic, and communication skills. Responsibilities include coordinating the program, providing personal and medical care, and maintaining relationships with families, schools, and community resources.

Qualifications

• Sign language knowledge preferred for specific caseloads.
• Experience with teaching techniques or working with persons with severe disabilities is desired.
• CPR/First Aid certification is required.
• Ability to function effectively as a team player and represent ADEC in public settings.
• Clear communication with clients, staff and community resources.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record and reliable vehicle.
• Must pass a drug screen and have no illegal drug activity.
• Complete required training at hire and annually as per policy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Afterschool program.
• Build relationships with community resources.
• Provide personal and medical care to children in the program.
• Assist with waiver billing and required paperwork.
• Maintain communication with families and schools.
• Follow cleaning and disease prevention policies; PPE provided.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sign language knowledge

Teamwork

Clear communication

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Education

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

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Hourly Non Exempt Elkhart, IN, US

JOB SUMMARY

The Afterschool Program Support Staff is responsible for planning goal-centered activities designed to help children with disabilities reduce or eliminate the effects of their disability or illness. Staff will plan activities that will help children further develop mobility, social and interpersonal skills, academic skills, motor and perceptual skills, and communication skills.

This is a part time position working Monday - Friday 1:30pm-6:30pm following the school calendar. Year-round available with summer camp June-August.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Help coordinate the Afterschool program.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with community resources.
• Provide personal and medical care to children attending the Afterschool program.
• Help with waiver billing and other required documentation and paperwork.
• Maintain proper communication with families and schools.
• Maintain and follow cleaning and disease prevention policies as set forth by ADEC, under the guidance from The Center for Disease Control and local Health Department, to mitigate the risk of spreading contagious diseases. This includes cleaning and sterilizing of workspace, materials used during active treatment, end of day cleaning and pick up, and good hygiene. Personal protective equipment will be worn as required and social distancing will be followed as required.
• Other duties as assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge and experience in using sign language preferred, especially for specific caseloads.
• Knowledge of teaching techniques, behavior management, and/or experience working with persons with severe disabilities is desired.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid.
• Ability to function effectively as a team player. Ability to represent ADEC in a variety of public settings.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work cooperatively with clients, staff and community resources.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and a reliable vehicle.
• No evidence of illegal drug use or drug abuse. Must be able to pass a drug screen.
• No evidence of criminal activity involving a dependent population and/or any violent criminal activity.
• Successful completion of all required training both upon hire and annually required per ADEC, CARF and other regulatory agencies. This includes agency training and client specific training.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, such as cloth and/or surgical masks, N95 masks, gloves, gowns, safety glasses, and face shields as needed to mitigate the spread of contagious diseases. Personal protective equipment will be provided by ADEC.