Special Needs Assistant
Gesher Human Services
JOB TITLE: Special Needs Assistant |
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DEPARTMENT: Vocational Services |
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SUPERVISOR: Navigator |
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Gesher Human Services is a bridge to hope and opportunity for people at work, at home, and in the community. Gesher’s workforce development, behavioral health, and inclusion programming serves all Metro Detroiters while meeting the needs of the Jewish community.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION |
Special Needs Assistants implement behavioral training programs by using modeling and positive reinforcements during transitional periods and assist with daily activities.
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QUALIFICATIONS |
Education: High school diploma or equivalency required. Other: Work experience with individuals with developmental, emotional and/or physical impairments preferred. First Aid and CPR certification required. Working knowledge of training techniques, behavior modification and task analysis. Interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate with participants, public and staff. Writing skills sufficient to prepare required reports. Must be flexible to perform job duties in community-based sites. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SUPPLEMENTAL DUTIES Navigate internet browser to enter data into agency DART system, and utilize Agency email system |
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WORKING CONDITIONS |
Environmental conditions:
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Accommodation(s): As appropriate and fiscally reasonable.
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NON-EXEMPT
This position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay in accordance with the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act. |
The above job description is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be all inclusive or limiting as to specific duties. The Agency reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the Agency desires and in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying the position. The described job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability.
This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise and any employment relationship remains “at-will.”
Gesher is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.