Personal Care Assistant

Fox Chapel Area School District; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district is seeking a Personal Care Assistant for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves providing support for severely handicapped students, assisting with personal care needs, and collaborating with professional staff. Candidates are expected to have at least two years of post-secondary education or an Associate's degree. Strong communication skills and the ability to establish supportive relationships with children are essential. The position requires sensitivity, patience, and the capability to handle frequent distractions.

Qualifications

• Completed 2 years of post-secondary education or possess an Associate's degree.
• Willingness to take direction from professional staff.
• Ability to handle frequent distractions.

Skills

Ability to work with severely handicapped students

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Ability to present information

Ability to communicate orally and in writing

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to work cooperatively with co‑workers

Ability to establish supportive relationships with children

Capability of lifting students

Ability to assist with physical self-care needs

Ability to drive between buildings

Education

2 years of post‑secondary education or Associate's degree

Credential of Competency Certificate

Job description

Posting will remain open until filled. The following position is available for the 2025-2026 school year:

PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Personal Care Assistant
• Date Posted: 8/27/2025
• Location: TBD

Candidates shall:

• Have completed 2 years of post‑secondary education, or
• Possess an Associate's or higher degree, or
• Possess a Credential of Competency Certificate

Must also have:

• Ability to work with severely handicapped students
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and correspondence
• Ability to present information one‑on‑one or in small groups
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Willingness to take direction from professional staff
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student matters
• Ability to work cooperatively with co‑workers
• Ability to establish supportive and helpful relationships with children
• Ability to handle frequent distractions
• Capability of lifting/assist with the lifting of students
• Ability and willingness to assist with students with physical self‑care needs (e.g., toileting)
• Ability to drive between buildings