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Bi-County Special Education Cooperative

Student Service Associates

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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

Step into a role where heart, purpose, and impact come together - help students learn, grow and reach their full potential every day! Bi-County Special Education Cooperative is hiring Student Service Associates to support its programs across Whiteside and Carroll Counties in Illinois. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting students in and out of the classroom. You'll partner with teachers to assist with daily classroom activities, provide academic and behavioral support, and help ensure students' health, safety and success throughout the day. This position is eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits plan, including the IMRF with 11% contribution, paid time off and sick time. Compensation of $16 to $25 per hour depending on experience and education level.
Job Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED required Illinois State Paraeducator License preferred (Bi-County will assist and compensate with obtaining this) 1+ year of behavior management experience Your next great opportunity to make a difference is here - take the first step and apply now. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All employment decisions, including hiring, promotion, compensation, training, and other terms of employment, are made based on qualifications, abilities, and performance, without regard to membership of a protected class and in compliance of federal, state, and/or local laws.
Pay:
$16.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Health insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): Do you have experience working with students with special needs or IEPs? Are you able to obtain Illinois paraprofessional licensure?
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
paraprofessional or classroom support: 2 years (Preferred) behavioral support or intervention: 2 years (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Morrison, IL 61270 (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person