IDD Teacher Assistant

RHA Health Services • La Grange, NC

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About The Position

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services! To assist teachers and provide direct educational services to the service users of the center/facility.

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D. with at least one year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• A Valid driver’s license in state of residence may be required.
• Pre-employment screening: Complete criminal background Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
• Drug testing
• Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references (if required)
• Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher and Conduct activities that meet the needs of each individual (Integrative Activities).
• Assure class schedules and other routines are followed.
• Assist in the development of activities for week-ends and holidays.
• Assist in basic care of individuals, including instruction in such skills.
• Collect appropriate data as assigned.
• Record progress of individuals as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program : to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED