Paraprofessional

People, Incorporated; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

403(b) savings plan

Wellness Activities and initiatives

Life Insurance (FREE) and Long-term

Short-term Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

4 weeks accrued paid time off

11 paid holidays annually

Employee Assistance Program

FSA

LifeMart employee discounts

Job summary

People, Incorporated is hiring a full-time Day Habilitation paraprofessional in Fall River, MA. You will support individuals with developmental disabilities, assist with daily living skills, and work as part of the Day Habilitation team.

Responsibilities include following the program schedule, documenting data, implementing goals, and ensuring safety and positive behavior supports. A high school diploma and ability to lift/assist are required or preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of healthcare or developmental disability experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to escort, assist and transport program participants.
• Ability to physically restrain individuals exhibiting unsafe behavior.
• Qualifying criminal background check and driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow the daily schedule as written by the Program Director or Coordinator.
• Complete daily data sheets, including documentation for behavior services.
• Implement service plan goals as requested.
• Inform the supervisor or nursing staff of any unusual behavior, sings of illness or injury.
• Ensure individuals are actively engaged in assigned activities.
• Ensure all protocols are followed including toileting, dining, dietary, PICA, behavior guidelines, seizures and safety.
• Ensure positive behavior supports are implemented for all individuals.
• Maintain all program required trainings.

Skills

HS Diploma

Healthcare exp

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Career Opportunities with People, Incorporated

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Location: 900 Riggenbach Road, Fall River, MA

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm

People, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!

The Day Habilitation program is looking for a full-time, 40 hours per week, Paraprofessional to provide instruction and support to individuals with developmental disabilities. The employee works as a member of the Day Habilitation team to provide premier services while assisting program participants with daily living skills including but not limited to dining and personal care needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow the daily schedule as written by the Program Director or Coordinator.
• Complete daily data sheets, including documentation for behavior services.
• Implement service plan goals as requested.
• Inform the supervisor or nursing staff of any unusual behavior, sings of illness or injury.
• Ensure individuals are actively engaged in assigned activities.
• Ensure all protocols are followed to include but not limited to: toileting, dining, dietary, PICA (persistent ingestion of nonnutritive substances), behavior guidelines, seizures and safety.
• Ensure positive behavior supports are implemented for all individuals.
• Maintain all program required trainings.

QUALIFICATION

• Knowledge obtained through attainment of high school diploma/GED preferred.
• One year of experience in a healthcare setting or working with individuals with a mental health or developmental disability preferred but not required.
• Ability to escort, assist, and/or transport program participants.
• Ability to work with mental health and/or developmentally disabled individuals.
• Ability to assist and/or support individuals as needed and in emergencies that require full physical assistance.
• Ability to physically restrain individuals exhibiting unsafe behavior.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and directions.
• Ability to work and communicate with others.
• A qualifying criminal background check required, qualifying driving record, and a valid driver’s license are preferred.

Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.

At People Incorporatedyou will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**

• Tuition Assistance Program
• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Health Insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness Activities and initiatives
• Select employee discounts through LifeMart
• FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance

Professional Developmental:

Professional Developmental:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Financial support with monthly student loan payments
• Reimbursement for C.N.A. Training and Licensing
• FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
• Degree Completion Incentive

People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce are key to the success of our agency. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow.