School-Based Personal Care Assistant - Behavioral Support

The Judge Group; Honey Brook (Chester County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with behavioral support experience to work one-on-one with a preschool student in a special education setting. The role involves supporting academic, behavioral, and daily living needs to create a safe and productive learning environment.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior support strategies, assisting with communication, toileting, and classroom accommodations, and collaborating with educators and specialists.

Qualifications

• PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal History Clearance, and FBI Clearance issued within one year.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Act 24 Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification.
• Act 168 Employment History Review completion.
• Act 126 Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training.
• Tuberculosis Test completed within the last 3 months.
• 10-Panel Drug Screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized one-on-one support to a student throughout the school day.
• Assist the student in achieving academic, social, and behavioral goals.
• Implement behavior support strategies and interventions as directed by the educational team.
• Support students with varying communication abilities, including non-verbal students.
• Assist students during behavioral incidents, including verbal outbursts or challenging behaviors.
• Provide personal care assistance, including toileting and diapering as needed.
• Help students access the curriculum through accommodations and adapted materials.
• Assist with mobility, transitions, and classroom participation.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, therapists, and special education staff to support student success.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Behavior management

De-escalation skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CPR and First Aid Certification

Act 24 Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification

Act 168 Employment History Review

Act 126 Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training

Proof of qualifications

Tools

PA Clearances knowledge

Job description

The Judge Group is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with behavioral support experience to work one-on-one with a preschool student in a special education setting. The role involves supporting academic, behavioral, and daily living needs to create a safe and productive learning environment.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior support strategies, assisting with communication, toileting, and classroom accommodations, and collaborating with educators and specialists.