Little Friends Inc

Individual and Family Services201-500 employeesWebsite

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Open Roles

Little Friends Inc, a company in the Individual and Family Services industry, is currently hiring. With a company size of 201-500 employees, Little Friends Inc is dedicated to empowering individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. The company provides opportunities for growth so individuals can work, learn, play, and experience everyday moments. Little Friends Inc has three open positions currently available. **1 to 1 Support Staff:** This on-site role provides person-centered care to one resident in a shared living environment. Responsibilities include assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), administering medications, preparing meals, and providing behavioral and emotional support. Additional duties include community and social integration, documentation, and reporting. Required skills and qualifications include experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empathy and patience, physical stamina (ability to lift 50 pounds), and reliability. Minimum qualifications include being at least 21 years old, a high school diploma or GED, and a clean background check. Medication Administration, CPR/First Aid, and Crisis Management training are offered by the agency. A valid driver’s license is required, as well as the ability to drive company vehicles and reliable transportation. **Paraprofessional:** The Paraprofessional role supports classroom teachers in implementing therapeutic treatment programs. This position is for the Krejci Academy, a preK-12th grade therapeutic day school serving children on the Autism spectrum. The position starts at $20.00/hr, working Monday - Friday from 8:45 am - 2:45 pm (30 hours per week) during the academic school year, with an optional ESY summer program. Benefits include eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with additional voluntary plans. Medical PPO is paired with a Medical Expense Reimbursement Program (MERP) funded by the agency. Paid sick and leave time is accrued. Must have or be eligible to obtain Paraprofessional certification or Sub license. To be eligible must be at least 19 years of age, have a High School Diploma or GED and 1 of the following: Passing scores on the ACT WorkKeys assessments, 60 semester hours of coursework, or an Associate's degree or higher. **Teacher Assistant:** This on-site position provides assistance and support to classroom teachers in establishing and implementing a therapeutic classroom program based on the students' Individual Educational Plan (IEP). Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with accrued sick and paid leave time. Employees are also eligible for a 401K plan after 60 days. The schedule follows a 9-month academic calendar, with an optional ESY program, working Monday-Friday, 8:45 am-2:45 pm, at $21.50/hr plus an additional stipend for classroom coverage. The requirements include a Bachelor's degree and a Professional Educator License (PEL) or specialized training in the field of human services is preferred. Must be eligible to obtain a substitute teaching license. The 1 to 1 Support Staff position utilizes skills in Empathy, Patience, Physical Stamina, Reliability, Medication Administration, Crisis Management, Behavioral Support, Documentation, Transportation, Daily Living Assistance, Community Integration, Supervision, Meal Preparation, Health Monitoring, Team Collaboration, and Communication. The Teacher Assistant position includes Classroom Support, Therapeutic Program Implementation, Individual Educational Plan (IEP) Assistance, Collaboration, Communication, and Adaptability. The 1 to 1 Support Staff and Teacher Assistant positions are on-site roles. 1. **What benefits are offered to employees at Little Friends Inc?** The 1 to 1 Support Staff position offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package to qualifying employees, including vacation, paid sick leave, medical/dental/life insurance, and retirement savings. The Paraprofessional position offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with additional voluntary plans. The Teacher Assistant position includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with accrued sick and paid leave time. Additionally, employees are eligible for a 401K plan after 60 days. 2. **What are the minimum age requirements for the open positions?** Applicants for the 1 to 1 Support Staff position must be at least 21 years old. Applicants for the Paraprofessional position must be at least 19 years old. 3. **Are training opportunities provided by Little Friends Inc?** The 1 to 1 Support Staff position offers agency-provided training for Medication Administration, CPR/First Aid certification, and Crisis Management (Ukeru training). 4. **What are the work hours for the Paraprofessional position?** The Paraprofessional position requires a schedule of Monday - Friday, 8:45 am - 2:45 pm (30 hours per week) during the academic school year, with an optional ESY summer program. 5. **What education or certifications are required for the Paraprofessional position?** The Paraprofessional position requires either a Paraprofessional certification or a Sub license. 6. **Does Little Friends Inc. provide pay transparency?** Yes, Little Friends, Inc. is committed to providing salary and benefits information for all open positions. Compensation rates for the roles will be based on qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, and seniority.