Mental Health Paraprofessional

Job overview

The Mental Health Paraprofessional role is onsite in Asheville, NC. Compensation is not specified. The role supports qualified professionals working with students individually and in groups. The paraprofessional helps maintain a safe learning environment, supports instruction and student care, and monitors and reports student progress, contributing to students’ educational, behavioral, and developmental support.

What you'll do

• Prepare and organize the classroom
• monitor safety and student behavior
• coordinate activities with licensed professionals
• co-teach and lead small-group or individual instruction under professional guidance
• supervise and support students’ physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs
• assist with healthcare procedures and assistive technology
• maintain records and materials
• and track progress for reports to parents.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mental health paraprofessional

asheville nc

rockwell development center

student support

classroom assistance

mental health

child development

special needs

first aid

cpr

hipaa confidentiality

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a secondary school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s degree is advantageous. Recent first aid and CPR certifications are required.

About the employer

Rockwell Development Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.