Pre-ETS Paraprofessional
Arkansas Enterprises for the Developmentally Disabled, Inc. (AEDD)
Cabot, AR
Education / Training
This position provides direct support through job readiness training, workplace skill development, career exploration, self-advocacy instruction, and community-based learning experiences. The ideal candidate enjoys working with youth, promoting independence, and helping individuals achieve their personal and employment goals.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- 60+ college credit hours or ParaPro certification preferred
- Experience working with youth, individuals with disabilities, or workforce development programs preferred
- Valid Arkansas driver's license and reliable transportation required
- Ability to pass required background checks, child maltreatment registry screening, and drug testing
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Professional Development Opportunities
Salary: $17.00 per hour
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About the company
Company website•Non-profit Organizations
Arkansas Enterprises for the Developmentally Disabled, Inc. (AEDD) is a charitable organization established in 1971 for the sole purpose of providing services to the developmentally disabled in Arkansas. AEDD provides pre-employment training, real work opportunities, recreational and leisure time activities, development of daily living skills, physical, occupational, speech therapy, and mental health services to adults with developmental disabilities (DD). Work services offered at an adult skills training center in Little Rock provides cost saving opportunities for businesses, while giving work opportunities and skill development to DD individuals served by AEDD. In 2002, AEDD established a Children's Learning Center that serves disabled and non-disabled children from ages birth to five. These children receive individualized services, along with a preschool curriculum. Services offered include: child care, early intervention, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, nutrition services, and transportation. AEDD is funded by Medicaid, Developmental Disabilities Services, Special Nutrition Program, private insurance, private contributions, private pay, the United Way, and VI-B Funds.
MISSION STATEMENT: “AEDD empowers children and adults with disabilities to improve their quality of life by providing community-based services that maximize individual choices, personal development, community inclusion, independence and their contribution to society.”