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Full-time Personal Care Assistant: Autistic Support

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13

Marietta (PA)

On-site

Full time

16 days ago

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Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a full-time Personal Care Assistant for the Donegal Intermediate School. This role involves providing instructional and personal care support to students, particularly those with autism, ensuring their educational needs are met under the direction of classroom teachers. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma and relevant certifications. The position requires a dedication to professional development with ongoing training throughout the school year.

Qualifications

  • The candidate must hold a High School Diploma or GED.
  • Must have or be willing to complete PA Paraeducator Credential.
  • Experience in behavioral and personal care support for students required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide instructional and personal care support as per the Individual Education Plan.
  • Assist in lifting students and handling assistive devices.
  • Maintain safety and aid students in emotional distress using trained methods.

Skills

Instructional Support
Behavioral Support
Personal Care Assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED
PA Paraeducator Credential
48 Post-Secondary Credits
Associate Degree or Higher

Tools

Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification
Safe Crisis Management (SCM)
Quality Behavioral Solutions: Safety-Care

Job description

Full-time Personal Care Assistant: Autistic Support JobID: 6911

  • Position Type:
    Classroom Aides/ Personal Care Assistant

  • Date Posted:
    6/24/2025

  • Location:
    DONEGAL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

  • Date Available:
    08/04/2025

  • Position Type:
    Classroom Aides/ Personal Care Assistant

  • Date Posted:
    6/24/2025

  • Location:
    DONEGAL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

  • Date Available:
    08/04/2025


  • Status: Full-time
    Schedule: 6.50 Hours/Day (8:45 am-3:15 pm) Monday-Friday 185 Days/Year
    Minimum Salary: $18.90

    To view a description of IU13 classrooms & other student services, click here:
    http://www.iu13.org/employment/explore-our-classrooms/

    PURPOSE OF POSITION:
    The Personal Care Assistant / 1:1 Paraeducator 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 of the Personal Care Assistant/1:1 Paraeducator is for a school year and could terminate at any time, based on student placement or needs.

    Education Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED,and
  • Hold a PA ParaeducatorCredential of Competency Certificate (or be willing to complete the FREEonline program within 6 months of hire date), or
  • Completed a minimum of 48 post-secondary credits in ANY content area, or
  • Completed associate degree or higher in ANY content area, and
  • Willing to complete 20 hours of staff development each school year
  • AND
  • As required by the PA Department of Education: Each school year, provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development activities related to position. Pro-ration will apply based on date of hire within the school year.

  • Certification Required:Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Safe Crisis Management Non-Violent CrisisIntervention (SCM) or Quality Behavioral Solutions: Safety-Care Crisis Prevention (QBS), as directed by program needs.

    ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
    The strength and ability to lift and/or assist in lifting students ranging in age from pre-school to twenty-one and any assistive appliances, for example: wheelchair. The ability to physically restrain students in emotional stress by using the Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI), Safe Crisis Management (SCM) or Quality Behavior Supports (QBS) method, depending on program need, for which training will be provided.
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