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Mental Health School Support / Paraprofessional School Support

Potential Signing Bonus!

$18/hour

Are you passionate about the field of mental and behavioral health? Want to make a positive impact on the lives of children and their families? Do you possess exceptional communication and empathy skills, and thrive in a supportive and compassionate environment? Do you want to help protect the joy of childhood and incite change? Are you looking for a career that will give you a strong sense of purpose and is also meaningful and rewarding? Then we want to meet you!

Why Intermountain?

Over 100 years ago, our organization was founded on the belief that we can make children's lives better. Today, we still believe that. At Intermountain, we have pioneered a treatment model that meets people where they are developmentally and structures a treatment plan based on trust and relationships. We want our clients to thrive and grow, and we want that for our coworkers too. At Intermountain, you will find a supportive culture that nurtures growth and learning. We are tenacious in our pursuits, curious about our work, and quick to extend grace to ourselves, one another, and those we serve.

What to Expect:

Mental Health School Support (MHSS) provides a variety of direct care and educational services to children and families. This role participates in the creation and maintenance of a therapeutic milieu according to each child's treatment plan and agency philosophy.

The role is responsible for providing quality care and treatment to children, responding sensitively and proactively to the individual treatment and educational needs of the children. In addition, this person will support the child during transitions from one activity to the next such as to music and PE. They will also support the classroom teacher, providing one-on-one or small group lesson support.

Lastly, this role has the unique opportunity to support the children's morning routine to aid in a successful day at school!

To be successful in this role:

• Skills and abilities are typically acquired through two years of related work experience such as Paraprofessional, childcare, Head Start, and respite care providers.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate or bachelor's degree in social science or closely related field is preferred but not required.
• Requires a valid driver's license.
• 19 years or older

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Potential Sign on Bonus
• On-the-job training
• Employer sponsored health insurance for medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Retirement contribution of 4%, fully vested after only one year!
• Robust Personal and Holiday Leave
• Competitive salaries- Salary DOE
• Relocation assistance
• Potential employee housing
• Access to recreation gear
• Work Hard Play Hard incentive to earn more time off
• Paid time to volunteer in the community

We look forward to getting to know you!

Intermountain Deaconess Children's Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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