Full-Time Personal Care Assistant: Autistic Support

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13; Pallickal; On-site; INR 18,280 - 21,895; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 is seeking a Full-Time Personal Care Assistant for autism support at PV Secondary School. This role provides essential instructional and personal care assistance tailored to individual education plans.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma and be prepared to complete required credentialing. The position offers a scheduled 6 hours per day from Monday to Friday, with a minimum salary starting at $18.90.

Qualifications

• Must complete the Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators within 6 months.
• Provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development activities each school year.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional, behavioral, and personal care support.
• Assist in lifting students and equipment as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency

2 years of postsecondary study with 48 credit hours

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Full‑Time Personal Care Assistant: Autistic Support (JobID: 7570)

• Position Type: Classroom Aides/Personal Care Assistant
• Date Posted: 6/5/2026
• Location: PV SECONDARY SCHOOL
• Date Available: 08/03/2026

Status: Full Time

Schedule: 6.00 Hours/Day (8:15 am‑2:15 pm) Monday‑Friday 185 Days/Year

Minimum Salary: $18.90

Purpose of Position

The Personal Care Assistant/1:1 Paraeducator (School‑Age) is assigned to provide instructional, behavioral, and personal care support as outlined in the student’s Individual Education Plan. The assistant will be directed by the classroom teacher and is under the general supervision of the designated program supervisor. The assignment is for a school year and may terminate at any time based on student placement or needs.

Knowledge & Skill Requirements

• Education Required: High School Diploma or High School Equivalency.
• Must complete the Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators through the Department of Education (or be willing to complete within 6 months of employment). A copy of the credential must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
• Alternatively, must have completed at least 2 years of postsecondary study with a minimum of 48 credit hours. A copy of the transcript is required within 30 days of employment.
• Alternatively, must possess an associate degree or higher. A copy of the degree or transcripts is required within 30 days of employment.
• Must meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through an approved form of assessment within 6 months of employment.

AND

As required by the PA Department of Education: Each school year, provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development activities related to the position. Pro‑ration will apply based on the date of hire within the school year.

Skills Required

Verbal communication skills and the ability to follow directions.

Computer Skills

Basic skills related to data entry, internet/email usage, word processing, and general computer use.

Certification Required

Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Safe Crisis Management Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention (SCM), or Quality Behavioral Solutions: Safety‑Care Crisis Prevention (QBS) as directed by program needs.

Essential Physical Requirement

Strength and ability to lift and/or assist in lifting students ranging in age from pre‑school to twenty‑one and any assistive appliances, e.g., wheelchair.

Ability to physically restrain students in emotional stress using CPI, SCM, or QBS methods as required by training. Must be able to contextualize running or sprinting a child and help a learner off the floor if they drop to the floor under their own power.

See position guide for a complete list of physical demands.

Postings current as of 6/7/2026 7:15:49 AM CST.