School-Based Personal Care Aide (PCA)

Affinity Home Health Care Inc; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Referral bonuses

Weekly pay

Free training courses

Job summary

Affinity Home Health Care Inc. seeks a School Based Personal Care Aide (PCA) to support students with disabilities in school settings. You will assist with personal care, adhere to classroom policies, keep students focused, and help maintain a safe, structured environment across multiple locations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least six months of relevant experience, and reliable transportation. CPR/First Aid are preferred and could enhance eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of relevant experience.
• Reliable transportation.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal care in school.
• Follow classroom policies and keep students on task.
• Redirect disruptions and ensure safety.
• Report changes in student conditions as needed.
• Perform basic procedures as delegated.

Skills

Patience

Attentiveness

Communication

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

School Based Personal Care Aide (PCA)

Provides dedicated support to students with special needs in schools across various locations.

Responsibilities include assisting students with personal care, following classroom policies, keeping students on task, redirecting disruptions, and ensuring safety.

Must report changes in student conditions and perform basic procedures as delegated.

Works closely with an interdisciplinary team to support children aged 4-21 with disabilities such as autism, emotional, and behavioral challenges.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, six months of relevant experience, and reliable transportation.

Preferred Certifications Include CPR And First Aid.

Offers competitive pay ($22/hour for direct care, $18/hour for in-service), benefits like PTO, referral bonuses, weekly pay, and free training courses. Additional opportunities include in-home and group home assignments. Key skills involve patience, attentiveness, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.