School PCA — Weekday Support for Student Success

Maxim Healthcare; Chadds Ford Township (PA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

School Schedule

No Nights/Weekends

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

HSA

401(k)

Recognition Program

Training & Support

Meaningful Work

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare Services is hiring School Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to support students in the Unionville-Chadds Ford area of PA. The position offers a consistent Monday–Friday school-day schedule with a starting pay of $18+ per hour and weekly pay.

As a PCA, you will work one-on-one with students, assisting with educational participation, behavioral support, mobility, and personal care needs throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience working with children, individuals with disabilities, or special needs populations preferred
• Previous experience as a PCA, CNA, HHA, Paraprofessional, Behavioral Health Technician, or caregiver is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality
• Successful completion of required background checks, onboarding, and training requirements

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to assigned student(s) throughout the school day
• Assist students in participating successfully in classroom activities
• Support implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Assist with mobility, transfers, positioning, and adaptive equipment as needed
• Provide personal care assistance, including toileting and hygiene support
• Observe and report changes in student behavior, health, or performance
• Reinforce positive behaviors and assist with redirection when necessary
• May accompany students during transportation or school activities as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Maxim Healthcare Services is hiring School Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to support students in the Unionville-Chadds Ford area of PA. The position offers a consistent Monday–Friday school-day schedule with a starting pay of $18+ per hour and weekly pay.

As a PCA, you will work one-on-one with students, assisting with educational participation, behavioral support, mobility, and personal care needs throughout the school day.