Independent Living Support Paraprofessional

Therapeutic Alternatives, Inc.; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Therapeutic Alternatives, Inc. is seeking compassionate paraprofessionals to support individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities in home and community settings.

Responsibilities include implementing daily living plans, documenting progress, and providing transportation and personal care assistance as needed. Ideal candidates are 21+, hold a HS diploma or GED, have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance, and can commit to training and documentation deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have HS diploma or GED.
• Must read, write, understand, and follow directions.
• Must have no substantiated findings on NC Health Care Abuse Registry.
• Must meet SBI and DMV requirements of LME/MCO contracts.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have 3 years of driving experience.
• Must have automobile liability insurance.
• Experience with IDD preferred but not required.
• Must have internet access at service times.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to a person with intellectual/developmental disabilities in home or community settings.
• Implement individual habitation plan involving daily living skills, socialization, employment, leisure and/or recreational activities.
• Document services provided in progress notes with observations, participation, progress, and changes; use black ink and complete on the day of service.
• Obtain guardian initials/signatures on documentation as verification of hours worked and services provided.
• Adhere to policy prohibiting taking consumer to private residence without written approval; supervise housework, meal prep, grooming, bathing and related tasks.
• Provide transportation to community services/activities as required.
• Assist with money management and encourage independent decision-making when appropriate.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and consumer conferences or provide advance notice to supervisor.
• Maintain all required records and monitor progress notes and programming materials.
• Complete required training with a minimum of 12 hours per year.

Skills

Reading & writing

Driving

Empathy

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Therapeutic Alternatives, Inc. is seeking compassionate paraprofessionals to support individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities in home and community settings.

Responsibilities include implementing daily living plans, documenting progress, and providing transportation and personal care assistance as needed. Ideal candidates are 21+, hold a HS diploma or GED, have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance, and can commit to training and documentation deadlines.