What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCA Therapist position at Discovery Therapy?
Discovery Therapy, company that truly cares for our family of therapists, is seeking Personal Care Assistants to join our Early Intervention team!
Discovery Therapy is seeking an excellent Personal Care Assistant to join our Early Intervention community team within Philadelphia County.
Services will be for children with a variety of developmental and/or learning disabilities that are in the need of Personal Care Assistant Services. Available cases are located throughout Philadelphia County only.
We have full-time, part-time, and contract/per-diem positions available. *1099 Contractor Position*
Available Positions:
- Full Time
- Part Time
- Contract
The Personal Care Assistant will work directly, one-on-one (1:1) with children in preschools, daycares or home environment. Generally, the kiddos we help will receive support for 4-7 hours each day. The Personal Care Assistant therapist will work 1:1 with the child to ensure their success in preschool, daycare or home environment.
Responsibilities Include:
- One-on-One (1:1) support for kiddos
- Providing assistance to children who could have behavioral challenges, medical/physical limitation or a neurological diagnosis
- Implementing instructional strategies
Requirements:
- High School Diploma REQUIRED
- CPR and First Aid certifications REQUIRED
- Experience supporting children with behavioral challenges and self care needs in 3-5 age group PREFERRED
Salary : $20 - $21