WAR Ministry Corporation is seeking paraprofessionals to work as support technicians, teaching ADL skills to youth with developmental disabilities. The support technician will provide in-home individual support services (ISS) to youth under the age of 21.
We are also looking for paraprofessionals who can provide respite services for youth with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
ISS and respite workers are needed to work in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Passaic and Union Counties.
Transportation required.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree
- Must have at least one (1) year of supervised experience in implementing behavior support plans for individuals who have intellectual/developmental disabilities
- Able to follow directions, procedures, and all ethical guidelines
- Good analytical/critical thinking skills with the ability to record and track therapy progress Ability to communicate and represent self in a professional manner
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships
- Must be reliable and flexible, with a strong work ethic
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Implement interventions in Behavior Support Plan
- Teach skills to the youth
- Train parent/guardian in implementation of Behavior Support Plan
- Data collection
- Progress Notes
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Driver’s License/Abstract (not to exceed 5 points) required and CPR/First Aid Certification required. Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Grade levels:
- Elementary school
- High school
- Kindergarten
- Middle school
- Pre-Kindergarten
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- working with children with autism: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person