Job Details
Paraprofessional - B.E. Smith Family Center - Britian Development Center
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
* Career Development
* Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
* Mental Health Resources and Support
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 - 4:30pm OR 7:30am - 4:00pm. Flexibility to adjust days during the week after July as needed
Shift : 16 hours a week; Part time
Location: B.E. Smith Family Center - Britian Development Center
7415 Grandview St, Shawnee Mission, KS 66204
The community you'll be caring for:
At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, you're more than just a number on a chart. You're a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff, and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.
The role you'll contribute:
Britain Development is an early intervention program for children from birth through six years of age with special needs. The paraprofessional assists the teachers, therapists, and other team members to support the overall function of the department. The paraprofessional works closely with the staff to support the children in their classroom and therapeutic environments.
This is a unique opportunity to support children with disabilities in an inclusive early learning setting.
The value you'll bring to the team:
* Provide direct support to children under the supervision of the ECSE, PT, OT, SLP, MT, and BCBA to assist children to develop maximum cognitive, communication, self-help, social, motor, and sensory processing skills.
* Assist with self-care routines including diapering, feeding, toilet training, and hand washing.
* Assist classroom teachers to prepare materials and equipment, organize the classroom and storage areas.
* Substitute for teachers and/or paraprofessionals when they are absent.
* Participate in therapy sessions and parent conferences as appropriate.
* Support the operations of the Britain Development by helping to maintain a clean and hygienic environment (duties may include un/loading dishwasher, cleaning the pool, washing toys, etc.).
* Collaborate with director, manager, and/or social worker to support individual child and family needs and accessing community resources.
* Train and educate students, interns, volunteers, and patient's family members.
* Maintain a professional team relationship with co-workers by being considerate of workloads, assisting with duties, and being supportive toward their continued growth.
* Communicate honestly and confront issues and problems in a private setting.
* Return phone calls and emails in a timely manner, and be punctual for scheduled work hours, meetings, and patient treatment.
* Utilize computer access confidentially, appropriately and following HIPAA guidelines, including appropriate use of social media.
* Provide quality patient care skills/procedures in a manner that takes into account the special needs of the patient, e.g., age, culture, learning ability, etc.
* Demonstrate ability to adapt to constant changes in schedule and environment.
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed :
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED :
* Communication
* Technologically competent
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS PREFERRED
* Knowledge of disabilities and child and family development
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
* High School Diploma or Equivalent
* No Previous Experience is Required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED _:_
* Bachelor's Degree
* 1 to 2 Years of Position-Related Experience
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED _:_
* First Aid Certification
* HeartSaver or BLS CPR certification through American Heart Association
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Education
Organization: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Schedule: Part-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 24008868
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.