Paraprofessional
Atlanta, GA - USA
Job Summary
Paraprofessional
Make a Real Impact in Your Community
Be a trusted support for children and familieswhere it matters most.
Were looking for a compassionate and dependable Paraprofessional to support children adolescents and families through in-home services supervised visitation parenting education and community resource coordination. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the community values relationship-building and wants to make a direct positive impact on family stability and child well-being.
As a Paraprofessional you play a vital role in strengthening families ensuring child safety and supporting positive outcomes. Your presence advocacy and consistency help families navigate challenging moments and move toward stability and success.
Why Join Us
- Meaningful Work Help children adolescents and families overcome challenges and build resilience.
- Supportive Environment Work within a team that values professional growth and collaboration.
- Flexible Schedule Enjoy a role that accommodates your work-life balance including evenings and weekends as needed.
- Growth Opportunities Access ongoing training and professional development to enhance your skills.
Your Role
- Provide in-home supervised visitation and parenting education to families Serve as a liaison between families and mental health professionals ensuring coordinated and consistent care
- Act as a parent aide offering guidance support and skill-building Conduct drug screens in accordance with program requirements
- Provide transportation for children and adolescents to appointments visits and services
- Advocate for children and families which may include:
- Writing reports
- Attending court hearings school meetings panel reviews and case conferences
- Connect families to community resources and supportive services
- Maintain accurate timely and professional documentation including:
- Progress notes updated service plans/goals and termination reports
- Submission of documentation within 72 hours of each visit orcancelled appointment
- Requesting additional service authorization as needed to prevent disruptions
What Were Looking For
- Bachelors degree in Social Work Psychology or a related human services field with appropriate training or credentials
- 2 years of experience as a Community Support Individual Paraprofessional or Case Manager in homes schools or community settings
- Proven experience working with at-risk children adolescents and families Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Cultural humility and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations Flexible availability including evenings and weekends
- Laptop valid Georgia drivers license reliable vehicle and ability to travel off-site Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
Ready to Make an Impact
If youre ready to use your skills to empower individuals and strengthen families wed love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career.
Family Ties is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
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