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Ro Health

Behavior Para/Behavioral Classroom Aide School District #34723

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$34,786 / year median in Illinois

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Ro Health is hiring for qualified Paraprofessionals and Behavioral Aides to work with DuPage county area school districts for the 2026 school year! Our highest paying positions will be offered to candidates with experience providing behavioral support in a school setting, specifically leveraging implementation of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), with students ranging in grade level from pre-K to high school. It it a great benefit if you have previous experience supporting students with special needs and have worked in a 1:1 or 1:multiple capacity. This role is called a Behavioral Class Aid , sometimes also known as a Behavioral Technician.
Overview:
In-person DuPage County or surrounding area
Schedule:
M•F 8:00 AM•3:00 PM (outside of school breaks)
Compensation:
$20•24 2026 School year Our providers are assigned to cases as either 1:1 supports, or as a general classroom aide. As a 1:1 support: you would be going to each class with your student to provide behavioral and educational support throughout the day. 1:1 supporters are responsible to ensure their student is on task and working towards their behavioral goals.
General classroom supports:
providers who are assigned to work with a single teacher or classroom. In this role, providers will support wherever they are needed most by the teacher. Typically every day looks different in this position, and you may be working with several different students throughout your day. Why Ro Health? Schedules to complement your lifestyle Competitive compensation and weekly paychecks Commuter benefits up to $315/month through our partnership with Edenred 24/7 administrative and clinical support Healthcare benefits for eligible providers All providers earn PTO and sick time, even when working a per diem schedule
Responsibilities:
Providing behavioral support to children in a school-setting Calm, clear, and concise communication with both children and adults Ability to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time Potential need to frequently bend, crouch, and lift (up to 40 pounds)
Qualifications:
At a minimum, candidates must have a Paraprofessional Endorsement from IBSE Previous experience working in a school setting Required Minimum 6 months experience in childcare and/or ABA Associate's degree preferred, High School Diploma Required Experience working with students with high behavioral support needs Strong assessment skills Passion for supporting students in the learning process Inclination to work well in a team environment Candidates with at least 48 college credits are encouraged to apply! Psych Degrees are well suited for this role Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status) : Paid time off Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401K with matching Direct deposit Single point of contact Does this role sound like the right fit for you? Apply today! For any inquiries, please email ilbehavioral@rohealth.com or call/text 312-736-2228.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$20.00•$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
License/Certification:
Paraprofessional Certification (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person