Instructional Assistant- Philadelphia Area - CHS - Compass Health Systems

CHS - Compass Health Systems
CHS - Compass Health Systems
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Philadelphia, United States

3 weeks ago

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Description

Compass Health Systems seeks to empower individuals with disabilities to enjoy purposeful lives on their own terms by providing individualized, person-centered services and supports designed to empower individuals with greater independence.


Do you seek to make a difference in the life of an individual with Autism and/or intellectual disabilities within your community? Compass Health Systems is a small, close-knit agency seeking honest, caring, and compassionate professionals to empower individuals with disabilities by providing assistance in the home and community settings.


What We Offer...
Instructional Assistant is a part-time position.

The Instructional Assistant has the ability to work with their client to set their own hours depending on the needs of the individual they serve.

Hours vary, but occur during the school day (8am and 3pm on weekdays) during the school year. We offer...

  • Ability to have a flexible schedule
  • Paid training
  • Experience in a rewarding field and potential to grow with us
  • Caseloads in different areas, not just one central location

The Instructional Assistants will...

- Provide one of several different services depending on individual clients needs including:


1) In Home Educational Supports:

- supporting individuals within the home by providing assistance with educational needs


2) Behavioral Support Services - helping individuals meeting their behavioral goals in order for them to lead a more fulfilling life.


Additionally providers will:

  • Provide services which align with the goals in the Individual Service Plan
  • Display respect and compassion toward the individuals they assist
  • Provide supports to the individual in the home setting which may include daily living tasks.
  • Plan activities with and for the individual across settings (home and school)
  • Maintain consistent, regular contact as a team member with the family and other professionals involved with the individual
  • Completion of agency paperwork in an accurate and timely manner

Requirements.
Minimum of two years of college required (Do not have to have a degree, just proof of at least 60 college credits taken and received. Official transcript will be required.)

  • Valid Driver's License
  • Ability to pass background checks (this includes PA State Police Check, Child Abuse Clearance and Fingerprint clearance) HAVING CURRENT BACKGROUND CHECK LESS THAN 1 YEAR OLD PREFERRED
  • Experience working or volunteering with individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required......
    passion for helping others is

Job Type:
Part-time


Pay:
$ $25.00 per hour


Benefits:


  • Flexible schedule
  • Professional development assistance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

  • Do you hold a valid driver's license?
  • Are you willing to work mornings, midmornings, or early afternoons if necessary?

Education:


  • Associate (required)

Experience:

- working with individuals with disabilities: 1 year (preferred)


Work Location:
In person

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