School-Based Personal Care Assistant — Support One Student

Iu17; Jefferson Hills (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Job summary

ESS is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant for the Mon Valley School in Jefferson Hills, PA. The role supports one student with instructional and daily living activities under supervision, with regular attendance essential for student participation.

Responsibilities include assisting with self-sufficiency training, maintaining the classroom environment, and complying with school policies. A high school diploma and required background checks are necessary; a sign-on bonus is available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 48 college credits or Para Ed. Certification OR becoming Para Ed Certified within one year of hire.
• Pennsylvania State Police Clearance for employment.
• Child Abuse Clearance for employment.
• FBI Fingerprinting.
• School Health Form: Physical and Tuberculosis Test.
• Pennsylvania Department of Education Form 6004: Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification.
• Act 126/Mandated Reporter training.
• CPR, CPI, and First Aid Certified preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with self-sufficiency training and maintenance of skills for a child with physical disabilities
• Assume duties of a personal care nature which will allow the child to participate to the maximum extent in the least restrictive environment
• Encourage, support, and educate the student by assisting in the performance of activities of daily living necessary for his/her comfort, well-being, and integrity
• Assist student in managing and maintaining his/her environment to meet his/her special physical and psychological needs
• Monitor the incidence and prevalence of selected health problems
• Monitor psycho-social adjustment to medical conditions
• Assist teacher or student to arrange the environment of the classroom to best meet the student's needs
• Attend training sessions, in-services, workshops, and/or meetings, if requested
• Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by school administration and ESS
• Understand and adhere to all ESS and school district policies and procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college credits or Para Ed. Certification OR becoming Para Ed Certified within one year of hire

Pennsylvania State Police Clearance for employment

Child Abuse Clearance for employment

FBI Fingerprinting

School Health Form: Physical and Tuberculosis Test

Pennsylvania Department of Education Form 6004: Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification

Act 126/Mandated Reporter training

CPR, CPI, and First Aid Certified preferred

Job description

ESS is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant for the Mon Valley School in Jefferson Hills, PA. The role supports one student with instructional and daily living activities under supervision, with regular attendance essential for student participation.

Responsibilities include assisting with self-sufficiency training, maintaining the classroom environment, and complying with school policies. A high school diploma and required background checks are necessary; a sign-on bonus is available.