Purpose

The Integrated Pediatric Therapies (IPT) Paraprofessional implements clinical programs with clients. This role may participate in Intellectual/Developmental Disability (I/DD) department functions by supporting program implementation.

This is a part-time position that is expected to work 2 - 6 hours per week during the after school hours.

Responsibilities

Clinical

• Work directly with clients and families carrying out programs developed by speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers, and psychologists.
• Provide services in the clinic, family home, and community.
• Involve family members and others in training sessions with the child as directed by intervention plan.
• Receives didactic and on-the-job training related to general evidence-based intervention strategies, as well as those related specifically to clients on their caseload.
• Participate in team meetings when indicated.
• Complete progress notes on a weekly basis and other documentation as assigned. Provide recommendations to ongoing treatment goal development and input on assessment of goal attainment to the lead therapist.
• Report within program time guidelines, any unusual occurrences or concerns regarding the child or family to program Director or Clinical Supervisor.
• Direct parents to therapists or Director regarding any questions about changing treatment goals, concerns about progress, or other concerns, unless directed to respond to such questions.
• When in the family home, respects family rules related to the child and paraprofessional as a visitor in the home.
• When interacting with parents, respects their role and knowledge as a collaborator regarding their child’s success.
• Provides resources and education to community stakeholders, if assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Program Support

• Performs record keeping functions and other administrative duties as required by the Agency.
• Complete clinical development tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• If assigned, support program scheduling and program development.
• If assigned, support cross agency programing.

Traits

• Prioritizes, plans, and manages work activities and competing demands in a strategic and thoughtful manner.
• Speaks and writes clearly and informatively with a diverse range of stakeholders in varying mediums.
• Accepts recommendations for change and implements new programs in a positive, professional manner.
• Expresses interest and enthusiasm for teaching and learning.
• Demonstrates empathy, fairness, consistency and teamwork.
• Serves as a positive role model for colleagues.
• Demonstrates flexibility, cooperation and sound judgement.
• Demonstrates willingness to listen effectively and accept constructive feedback.
• Demonstrates service and improvement orientations.
• Demonstrates JCFS Chicago core values in their work: community, empowerment, respect and integrity.
• Strives for personal growth, demonstrating the ability to learn from past situations and apply knowledge to future situations.
• Demonstrates courageous authenticity.

Decision Making

• General Direction: Makes independent work decisions after lead therapist and/or manager provides overview of end result. Has discretion in determining how the work gets done. Develops complex solutions to problems. Obtains approval for deviation in procedure.

Key Interactions

Clients	Employees	Government Agencies	Education Institutions
Caregivers	Families	Community Partners

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in related child development field with at least 6 months of experience working with children with intellectual or developmental disabilities OR two years of college in a related field and 3 years of experience working with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Possesses valid Illinois driver’s license, a safe driving record, and regular access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
• Ability to travel throughout Chicagoland area, including north and northwest suburbs.

What you’ll love about us:

Time off: Paid time off varies by position - includes vacation days, sick days, paid federal holidays, and paid Jewish holidays.

Benefit eligibility begins when working full time including - Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with base contribution and match. Additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, 6 weeks paid parental leave, and much more.

Compensation: The minimum compensation for this position starts at $20.51 per hour. Final compensation will be determined based on experience.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship*.

Please visit us at http://www.jcfs.org

JCFS Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. JCFS Chicago provides a reasonable accommodation to those who need assistance in completing this application. JCFS Chicago is committed to serving the needs of the diverse Chicago metropolitan area. Accredited by COA, Charter member of CWLA, licensed by DCFS.