School Behavioral Aide / PCA

Interim HealthCare Inc.; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO up to 48 hours

Weekly pay

Direct deposit

Referral bonuses

Supportive team

Job summary

Interim HealthCare of Scranton, Pennsylvania is seeking School-Based Intervention Specialists for the 2026-2027 school year to support students in Lackawanna County.

The position follows the school calendar with weekends, holidays unpaid, and summers off; pay ranges from $22 to $24 per hour. Benefits include PTO up to 48 hours per year, weekly pay, direct deposit, referral bonuses, and a supportive local team. The role supports crisis response and collaboration with teachers and behavioral staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year working with children or young adults with behavioral, emotional, and/or personal care needs.
• Ability to remain calm and take initiative during high-stress situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to commit to one full school year.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students with emotional and behavioral needs.
• Monitor and support during crisis situations in the classroom.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors and promote student safety.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, aides, and behavioral staff.
• Support the student’s daily routines, including academics, transitions, and behavioral goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Full-year commitment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Interim Healthcare of Scranton, Pennsylvania is now hiring School-Based Intervention Specialists for the school year 2026-2027.

• Covering local school district needs in Lackawanna County

• Competitive pay: $22 to $24 per hour

• Consistent schedule: Follows the school calendar with weekends, holidays (unpaid), and summers off

• Summer schedule: Evening and Overnight hours commonly offered in various settings such as group homes, personal care homes, and in-home care. Occasional daytime hours may be offered at summer camps, ESY, or on weekends.

• Verbal and Physical De-Escalation Training will be provided

• Company Benefits: GREAT work/life balance, PTO accrued up to 48 hours per year, Weekly Pay, Direct Deposit, Referral Bonuses, and a FUN supportive local team

The Intervention Specialist role supports students in Emotional Support Classrooms; assisting with classroom activities and overall classroom workflow, helping maintain safety for students/staff, and supporting the district behavioral team in escalated situations.

Key Responsibilities for the School-Based Intervention Specialist:

• Provide direct support to students with emotional and behavioral needs

• Serve as the monitor/supportduring crisis situations in the classroom

• Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors and promote student safety

• Work collaboratively with teachers, aides, and behavioral staff

• Support the student’s daily routines, including academics, transitions, and behavioral goals

Minimum Qualifications for the School-Based Intervention Specialist:

• MUST have a Highschool Diploma or Equivalent

• MUST have a minimum of one (1) year working with children or young adults with behavioral, emotional, and/or personal care needs

• MUST have the ability to remain calm and take initiative during high-stress situations

• MUST have strong communication and teamwork skills

• MUST have the ability to commit to one full school year

• MUST be able to lift up to 50 pounds

InterimHealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each Interim HealthCare franchise is independently owned and operated. Not all services are available at all franchises.

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