Why You’ll Love This Job
Nonprofit organization looking for individuals to provide care for children with various special needs in center, home, and community environments; Spanish-speakers a plus! Excellent benefits and paid training to receive national certification! Previous experience with special needs preferred but not required.
Previous positive experience working with developmental disabilities and/or at-risk kids preferred but not required. Must be at least 18 years old with high school diploma or equivalent and pass a background check.
Benefits for all staff include:
- Paid Ongoing training with opportunities to advance including leadership positions
- Flexible schedule – perfect those in school or with children
- ALL WORK HOURS PAID AT SAME HOURLY RATE (billable, non-billable, training, etc); Client cancellations are typically supplemented by training or program development hours
- Scholarships and Tuition Discounts at several Universities
- Culture of collaboration
- Recognition for your hard work through Agency-specific social media where employees earn points towards gift cards of your choosing
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – 75% of medical premium PAID BY AGENCY
- Retirement – Agency contributes up to 3% of gross annual salary even without employee contribution
- Life Insurance – 100% of premium PAID BY AGENCY
- Paid Leave for all employees regardless of part-time or full-time
- BONUS PROGRAM – full time staff can earn up to an additional $1000 per quarter
- Annual tenure bonus
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: From $17.00 per hour
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide therapeutic care in the location scheduled in accordance with the policies and requirements of PlayDate as well as the service arrangements spelled out in the service plan
- Engage in play
- Prompt social interactions
- Promote community engagement
- Prepare meals in accordance with dietary restrictions
- Assist with toileting and grooming
- Maintain trainings and necessary certifications
Qualifications
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Special needs: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Type: Full Time (Hourly)
Job ID: 162442