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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
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.