PCA - Up to $18/hour

Connected Healthcare; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) with match

Housing stipend

Travel reimbursement

Guaranteed hours

Reimbursement for licenses/certs

Rapid interviews

Job summary

Connected Healthcare is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to support students in a school environment. You will provide basic care, assist with mobility and daily activities, and help ensure safety and well-being throughout the school day.

The role requires at least 1 year of personal care experience, strong communication, and the ability to work daytime shifts. CPR/First Aid certification is needed or will be obtained, with background checks completed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or to be obtained.
• Minimum 1 year of personal care experience assisting with daily activities and client safety.
• Strong communication and compassionate skills.
• Ability to work daytime shifts.
• Background check clearance.
• Physical ability to assist clients with mobility.
• Adherence to facility standards and policies.
• Ability to work in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance to students in a school setting.
• Assist with daily activities such as mobility, hygiene, and nutrition.
• Ensure student safety and support individual needs.
• Follow facility protocols and health guidelines.
• Collaborate with educational staff to support student success.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The PCA provides personal care and assistance to students in a school setting, supporting daily activities, safety, and collaboration with staff. This role ensures a supportive environment that promotes student success and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care and assistance to students in a school setting.

• Assist with daily activities such as mobility, hygiene, and nutrition.

• Ensure student safety and support individual needs.

• Follow facility protocols and health guidelines.

• Collaborate with educational staff to support student success.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• CPR/First Aid certification required or to be obtained.

• Minimum 1 year of personal care experience, assisting with daily activities and ensuring client safety.

• Strong communication and compassionate skills.

• Ability to work daytime shifts.

• Background check clearance.

• Physical ability to assist clients with mobility.

• Adherence to facility standards and policies.

• Ability to work in a school setting.

Benefits:

• Premium pay: weekly direct deposit and rates 13% above market average.

• Comprehensive insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision starting first day after start, plus disability, life insurance, sick leave.

• Health benefits maintained through winter/summer break: coverage continues during off-seasons.

• 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, license & CEU reimbursements.

• Paid housing or stipends, travel/mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours & cancellation protection.

• Nationwide opportunities spanning from major metros to underserved areas.

• Streamlined compliance & flexibility: reimbursed licenses/certs, user-friendly portal, shifts customized, rapid interviews.