Direct Therapy Paraprofessional
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Education, Knowledge, Skill, Abilities.)
High School Diploma, equivalent, and/or the ability to demonstrate the ability to Read, write, and implement
training programs for people with developmental disabilities.
You must pass a rule compliant Criminal History and Background Check.
Be under the supervision of developmental specialist
Be at least 17 years of age.
Meet training requirements in rule
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implement, document, and maintain HCBS settings standards, qualities, and safeguards to comply with
regulations and participants’ preferences.
Meet qualifications for specific services provided
Receive instruction on the needs of participant
Demonstrate ability to provide services
Establish a relationship with persons in the home and become familiar with pertinent information on each
individual.
Support and follow the direction of Developmental Specialist.
Assure compliance with and all other safety requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Develop working relationship with other staff
Provide leadership to co-workers, model learned skills and give feedback as needed.
Assume responsibility for shift when designated to do so.
Problem-solve and make programmatic suggestions when appropriate.
Attend all trainings
Attend supervision
Participant in observations
PROGRAMMATIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Follow service-specific rules
Become familiar with formal programs and data collection systems.
Collect data as programs are run correctly.
Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team as needed.
Assist as designated by supervisor.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Complete an update CPR/First Aid Training.
Maintain satisfactory performance on annual evaluation.
Complete and update SAM (Self Administration of Medication) class as required prior to assisting with meds
Complete and update Training upon hire and annually thereafter.
Complete upon hire and update Fire Safety Training annually
Complete all DDA-specific training requirements.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Developmental disabilities experience: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person