Paraprofessional, Direct Care Support- Havelock, NC

Paraprofessional, Direct Care Support- Havelock, NC

Part-time; posted: Monday, Nov 13 2017

Easterseals UCP North Carolina & Virginia Send resume to:

Rachel Macrone
Havelock, North Carolina

Email: [email protected]

Part Time, no more than 29 hours a week

Basic Responsibilities:

• Assists individuals with assessing their community and provide supports with inclusion. • Respects the dignity and individuality of each individual and his/her right to confidentiality. • Assists individuals with activities of daily living. • Ensures that the safety, health, hygiene and nutritional needs of the individuals we support are met. • Lifts and transfers individuals we support as needed, including transporting to community activities. • Assists individuals at learning and increasing skills in all areas of independence. • This includes, but is not limited to: self-help skills, independent living skills, accessing community resources and pursuit of leisure activities. • If an individualized plan exists, this document serves as guide for these supports. • Completes required paperwork accurately and as required by program. • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. • Afternoon and weekends available.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required for all services provided • Two years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, preferred • Ability to work independently, handle multiple responsibilities and assigning priority to activities • Must complete and maintain current Easterseals UCP training curriculum, which includes, but not limited to the following: CPR/First Aid, NCI (as appropriate), Medication Administration (as appropriate), OSHA/BBP training, core competencies and other trainings relevant to position as defined by local program guidelines • Must have a valid, unrestricted, state appropriate driver’s license for the State of North Carolina • Must have internet access • Must know sign language