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1221 The Richardson School LLC
Education Support Professional
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$35,916 / year median in Wisconsin
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives. Overview Make a Difference Every Day The Richardson School , a MyPath Company, is looking for an Education Support Professional (ESP) who wants to make a meaningful impact. In this role, you'll be part of a caring, collaborative team supporting students with diverse academic, behavioral, and therapeutic needs. You'll help create a safe, engaging learning environment where every student can grow, participate, and succeed. Whether you're beginning your career in education or bringing valuable experience, your flexibility, positivity, and compassion matter most. What You'll Do Support classrooms across the school with daily lessons, activities, and supervision Engage students in 1:1 and small-group learning to build academic and social skills Assist with behavioral support using trauma-informed and approved de-escalation techniques Help implement IEP goals and classroom strategies designed by teachers and treatment team Support sensory breaks, transitions, specials, and unstructured times Document student progress, behavior data, and required reports Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to provide consistent care Model professionalism, patience, and positive communication every day What You'll Bring High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred Eligible for WI DPI Instructional Aide / Special Education Aide license Experience working with students with disabilities is helpful but not required A calm, adaptable, and student-centered approach Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills Ability to follow behavior plans and use physical intervention techniques once trained