School-Based Personal Care Assistant: Behavioral Support

Keystone Behavior Solutions; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay starting at $18

Growth opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Keystone Behavior Solutions, in partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), is seeking compassionate Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to provide one-on-one support to K-12 students with ASD and other needs across Southeast Pennsylvania.

As a PCA, you will assist with emotional support, behavior interventions, and personal care during school hours, collaborating with teachers and behavior consultants to implement individualized strategies tailored to each student’s plan.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Experience with school-aged children, particularly those with special needs or Autism Spectrum Disorders, is preferred.
• Clearances: PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal, FBI Clearance, Act 34/151 clearances, CPR and first aid, Safety Care, mandated reporter training, TB screening if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized emotional and behavioral support to students based on their IEP goals or behavioral treatment plans.
• Facilitate interventions in areas such as behavior management, conflict resolution, anger management, and social skills.
• Collect and document daily data on student progress per prescribed guidelines.
• Support students with personal care needs to ensure safety and comfort during the school day.
• Collaborate with school personnel and behavior consultants to ensure consistent implementation of intervention strategies.

Skills

Compassionate and dedicated

Emotional support

Behavioral interventions

Personal care assistance

Collaboration with staff

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Job description

Keystone Behavior Solutions, in partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), is seeking compassionate Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to provide one-on-one support to K-12 students with ASD and other needs across Southeast Pennsylvania.

As a PCA, you will assist with emotional support, behavior interventions, and personal care during school hours, collaborating with teachers and behavior consultants to implement individualized strategies tailored to each student’s plan.