Paraprofessional
About The Position
Paraprofessional staff provide services to children and adults with developmental disabilities or mental health issues in community locations or Pride in North Carolina, LLC facilities. They may provide Medicaid and non-Medicaid services and are required to read and implement the definitions for the services they provide. Staff implement person-centered plans designed for each consumer and are responsible for consumers’ overall safety and well-being while services are provided. This is a full-time, day-shift position at the PRIDE - Elizabeth City Clinic in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Staff are hourly employees and report to the program manager or designated team leader.
Requirements
- A high school diploma is minimally required.
- At least one year of experience working with adults with mental illness is required to provide Community Support Team services.
- Must be knowledgeable about the populations served.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the human service field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Read and implement the definitions for the services they are responsible for providing.
- Implement person-centered plans designed for each consumer.
- Ensure consumers’ overall safety and well-being while providing services.
- Plan and engage consumers in therapeutic and skill-building activities.
- Arrange or provide transportation.
- Provide supportive counseling.
- Intervene in and de-escalate aggressive behaviors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
