Paraprofessional

Position Summary

The paraprofessional supports members of the Behavior Balance with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or traumatic brain injuries. Working under QP supervision, this position helps members build independence, participate in community life, and achieve goals in their person-centered plan (PCP) or individual support plan (ISP).

Essential Responsibilities

· Follow the member’s authorized plan and assigned schedule; ask the QP for guidance when instructions are unclear or needs change.

· Teach and support daily living skills, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, household routines, shopping, budgeting, and communication, according to each member’s goals.

· Provide authorized personal assistance and supervision while encouraging the member to do as much as possible independently.

· Help members choose and participate in meaningful community activities and develop relationships beyond paid staff.

· Use approved supports and communication methods; follow individualized safety and behavior plans and seek assistance when a situation exceeds staff training.

· Protect privacy, dignity, cultural preferences, and personal choice. Maintain professional boundaries and safeguard member belongings and funds.

· Observe and promptly communicate changes in health, behavior, functioning, or safety to the supervisor. Follow emergency procedures and call 911 when needed.

· Immediately report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other incidents through required agency and external reporting processes; internal notification does not replace required external reporting.

· Complete accurate service notes showing what was provided, the member’s response and progress, service time and location, and staff signature. Complete electronic visit verification when applicable.

· Coordinate with the QP, care manager, family, guardian, and other authorized supports. Share information only as permitted.

· Attend supervision, staff meetings, and training; and other related duties within the role’s training and scope.

Minimum Qualifications

· At least 18 years old; high school diploma or GED.

· Completed criminal background screening that identifies no health or safety risk to members; not listed in the North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry.

· Current CPR and First Aid training before working with members.

· Training and demonstrated competency in the assigned member’s specific needs before independent assignment.

· If transporting members: valid driver’s license, safe driving record, and automobile liability insurance.

· Ability to communicate respectfully, write clear notes, use required documentation systems, and reliably attend scheduled visits.

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 20.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $17