Paraprofessional

We currently seek full time direct care MHA Paraprofessionals for Monday-Friday 8am to 4pm shifts. The MHA Paraprofessional is responsible for various duties including but not limited to assisting the teacher in individual and group instruction, assisting with daily living skills, and personal care instruction to students under the direct supervision of the special education teacher to whom they report.

It is an hourly, non-exempt, full-time position. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday beginning at one of JRC's residences, which may change depending on JRC’s needs. MHA Paraprofessionals may also be required to work during DARs (day at the residence) as determined by scheduling/staffing needs.

This position affords a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience with and knowledge of the current methods for treating those on the autism spectrum or those with conduct disorders or psychiatric issues. This Direct Care position in the Education department leads to advancement opportunities within JRC. Applications are accepted on a walk-in basis, Monday-Friday 9am-4pm; we also conduct interviews on the same day as applications.

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Rate of $21.00-$27.00 per hour (full time only)

**Current staff members working overtime earning approximately $10,000 monthly

**Annual Salary may reach over $100,000 with extra shifts

• $3000 First year sign-on bonus!
• $3000 Referral bonus.
• Annual longevity bonus.
• Extra pay for verifiable experience.
• Monday- Friday schedule. Weekends off
• Weekend, overnight and assignment differentials.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program: Includes JRC funding undergraduate (tuition reimbursement) and graduate education.
• Benefits include- Dental, Medical, Vacation, Sick Time, Life Insurance, Retirement (401a and 403b),13 Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Pre-Service & Ongoing Training, Short/Long Term Disability Insurance, Vision, Aflac, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Employee Discount Program, etc.

JRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status pursuant to Massachusetts Fair Employment Practices Act, and other relevant federal, state, and local laws.

The Judge Rotenberg Educational Center (JRC) is a Residential Educational School and Adult Services Provider which is highly structured, innovative, and employs a consistent behavioral approach to education and treatment. Since 1971, JRC has provided very effective education and treatment to both emotionally disturbed students and clients with conduct, behavior, emotional, and/or psychiatric problems, as well as those with intellectual disabilities, or on the autism spectrum. JRC has an open admissions policy throughout the year. Any person or agency may refer applicants. Students are typically funded by public school districts and various state agencies. Some of our Special Features include: success educating the difficult-to-serve student, near-zero rejection/expulsion policy, highly structured education and treatment programs based on Applied Behavior Analysis, minimization of psychotropic medication, reward systems of unparalleled variety and extent, positive programming, effective treatment procedures, 24-hour video monitoring, behavioral counseling, open visiting policy, website for parents and agencies.