Attendant for Handicapped Students #11647

Make a meaningful difference every day in the lives of our students, helping them to overcome daily challenges. You’ll be the cornerstone of their academic success, assisting them with activities, movements, and ensuring their well-being and safety. If you have a big heart and a desire to make a positive impact in education, this position is yours!

Percentage of task: 20,2381%

THE POSITION

The main role is to provide essential day-to-day support, encouraging the disabled student’s active participation in school activities. The employee plays a crucial role in helping the student move around, looking after his or her well-being, hygiene, and safety, in accordance with the guidelines of an established intervention plan.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist student with mobility, including wheelchair manipulation and posture changes.
• Assist with eating, drinking, dressing/undressing, and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Ensure the student’s safety, from arrival to departure.
• Support teaching staff in communicating basic notions of cleanliness and autonomy.
• Handle educational materials and facilitate participation in educational activities, considering the student’s strengths and challenges.
• Accompany students during physical rehabilitation sessions, relaxation activities and sensory stimulation.
• Supervise and accompany students during leisure, recreation, and various special activities.
• Administrate prescribed medication and provide first aid if needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and disinfect equipment and areas used by students.