Personal Care Assistant Job at The Judge Group, Kennett Square, PA

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  • The Judge Group
  • Kennett Square, PA

Job Description

Our client is currently seeking a Personal Care Assistant for the 2025 school year!

Shift: Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM - 2:45 PM

Description of Basic Responsibilities

The Personal Care Assistant will work closely with students to provide behavior and academic support, assisting in the implementation of effective educational programs as assigned by their case manager. Responsibilities include providing instruction, meeting special needs (feeding, toileting, positioning), and monitoring the health conditions of students with disabilities.

Essential Functions

  • Provide individualized instruction in various areas including cognitive, gross and fine motor skills, feeding skills, self-help skills, and behavior control, as directed by the teacher.
  • Ensure the health and safety of physically handicapped students by being aware of their environment and potential hazards.
  • Assist with personal hygiene tasks such as washing hands and faces, toileting, and changing diapers and clothing as needed.
  • Monitor and manage student behavior in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Support other specialists in physical development activities.
  • Prepare students for mainstreamed classes following established procedures.
  • Attend training sessions and in-services related to medical interventions and instructional programs as required.
  • Assist students with orthopedic equipment, including lifting, positioning, and repositioning.
  • Maintain records related to student progress.
  • Implement positive behavior intervention support policies.
  • Collaborate with case workers, general education teachers, and other staff as needed.
  • Assist students in social interactions and work cooperatively with others and independently as needed.

Requirements:

  • Associate's degree or 48 college credits OR Praxis ParaPro Assessment
  • PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance (within 1 year)
  • PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance (within 1 year)
  • PA Department of Education FBI Clearance (within 1 year)
  • TB Screening (current within 3 months)
  • Arrest/Conviction Form (within 1 year)
  • Education Documentation (Diploma or Official Transcripts)
  • Reporter Training Certificate (Act 126) (5 years)

Job Tags

Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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