Full-time Personal Care Assistant: Emotional Support

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13; Myerstown (Lebanon County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide essential support to students with diverse needs. This role involves working closely with classroom teachers to implement individualized education plans, ensuring students receive the emotional and instructional support necessary for their growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and be committed to ongoing professional development. With a focus on creating a positive learning environment, this position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students. If you are passionate about education and helping others, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must hold a PA Paraeducator Credential or complete training.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and personal care support as per the student's IEP.
• Assist in lifting and restraining students as needed.

Skills

Instructional Support

Behavioral Support

Personal Care Assistance

Crisis Prevention Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PA Paraeducator Credential of Competency

48 Post-secondary Credits

Associate Degree or Higher

Job description

Full-time Personal Care Assistant: Emotional Support
JobID: 6659

• Position Type: Classroom Aides/ Personal Care Assistant
• Date Posted: 1/31/2025
• Location: ELCO JACKSON ELEM
• Date Available: ASAP

Status: Full-time
Schedule: 6.50 Hours/Day (9:00 am-3:30 pm), Monday-Friday 185 Days/Year
Minimum Hourly Salary: $18.13

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:

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Hold a PA Paraeducator Credential of Competency Certificate (or be willing to complete the FREE online program within 6 months of hire date)
3. Completed a minimum of 48 post-secondary credits in ANY content area
4. Completed associate degree or higher in ANY content area
5. Willing to complete 20 hours of staff development each school year
6. 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 Crisis Intervention (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.