Job Abstract

An Instructional Assistant at Grafton works directly with a teacher, the education administer, a therapist, a psychiatrist, allied therapists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, skilled behaviorists, & etc. in what we call a “transdisciplinary team” – everyone’s voice is equally important as we work with the child and their family in order to build plans that we give them their lives back.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Instructional Assistants assist the Academic Teacher in implementing instructional and therapeutic activities. They may assist with writing lesson plans and preparing instructional materials to support instruction. They assists the Academic Teacher with assessing progress (analysis of data) and modifying teaching techniques to promote achievement of each assigned client’s established goals. They work with clients in residences during academic breaks and holidays. In community-based programs, they provide transportation between the residence and school. They provide supervision, safety and crisis management for the client population; complete documentation of client behavior and participation in programming; adhere to the scheduled activities; role model positive, mature behavior; utilize proactive behavioral strategies to minimize client crisis and maximize success. They report to a teacher or program supervisor/ manager.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensure the Health, Safety and Wellness of Clients
• Assist with the execution of the Individual Treatment Plan
• Provides a Supportive and Solution–Focused Environment
• Site Management – Housekeeping, Nutrition, Transportation, Finances
• Teamwork and commitment to the mission, values and vision of Grafton

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be 21 years of age
• Education requirements:
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. & no experience working with children*
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. & 6 months experience working with children**
  • Associate’s degree and 3 months experience working with children**
  • Bachelor’s degree in human services
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrates moderate computer skills – how to log-in, how to navigate the Web for information, how to start and save a document in Microsoft WORD, and has basic keyboarding skills.

COMPENSATION

• Starting at $17.00 to $20.10/hour based on years of Direct Care experience
• Depending on hours worked you may be eligible for Grafton's shift differential that is currently being offered

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Medical, dental and vision
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k), including an employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off plan
• Education Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term disability (STD)
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• As Grafton is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, you may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness

If you have issues applying or have any questions about this position, please reach out to us at HR@Grafton.org or 540-542-0200 Ext. 6429.

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