Instructional Aide

Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy caring for and mentoring others with disabilities? MyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community. Overview The Richardson School is now accepting applications for an Instructional Aide position. The Instructional Aides are responsible for providing direct care to students and those participating in camp, respite, and other programs. Assists students/program participants in meeting their educational, treatment, behavioral, and hygiene needs as identified. The Richardson School provides a year-round school option for local districts to access for children with special needs. Typically, these children have been dually diagnosed with developmental or neurological disabilities and emotional, behavioral or mental health disorders. Join a school that truly provides the individualized attention that is required for students having significant special needs! As an Instructional Aid having empathy and understanding of the emotional and developmental disabilities of the people you serve is essential. The Richardson School will provide training to use proper interventions and approaches while helping students with their daily needs. As an Instructional Aide, you will: Help students with personal cares Be involved in behavior/crisis intervention Administer medication Incident report-writing Facilitate learning activities for students Accompany students and camp attendees on outings/field trips WAGES & BENEFITS Full time, 1st shift-8am-4pm Pay rate: $20/hr. 100% Employee-Owned Company Student Loan Pay down AND Tuition Reimbursement program. Year-round school and camp during the summer! Payment advances- Access funds from upcoming checks to use for expenses or Uber rides! Additional benefits included for full time owners. High Energy and Fulfilling Work QUALIFICATIONS Requires High school diploma or equivalent, 1 year of experience working with special needs students is valued and encouraged Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment Good judgment and able to make quick decisions and solve problems Remains calm under pressure and maintains self-composure in high stress times Additional Information MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter. Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional is supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath. Our Culture At MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors: Passion Accountability Teamwork Openness Continuous Learning and Innovation As an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless! If you find fulfillment in helping others and want opportunities to build a career, MyPath may be your path to a promising future. Explore 150 MyPath locations to find a place and career that fits you. At MyPath, our guiding principle is passion: a passion for the people we serve and for the work we do. MyPath provides specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with disabilities, mental health issues, and other significant needs. Operating since 1984, MyPath includes eight companies that serve over 2,000 individuals from around the country, in more than 150 program locations throughout Wisconsin and Indiana, across 48 communities. Our array of services includes a spectrum of educational, therapeutic and community supports to allow those we serve to live full and productive lives in the community—to find their path. MyPath is proud to be a 100% employee owned company (ESOP). At MyPath our caregivers are also our owners!

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