Personal Care Assistant - School Setting - PCAAP

Job Title: Personal Care Assistant – School Setting
Location: Sterling, VA (20164)
Duration: 7 Weeks (Contract)

Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide one-on-one support to students with disabilities or medical needs in a school environment. This role focuses on helping students participate fully in daily school activities by assisting with personal care, mobility, and basic health-related tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with personal care such as toileting, feeding, dressing, and hygiene
• Support mobility and positioning using adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, lifts, braces)
• Perform basic health-related tasks under nurse supervision (e.g., feeding support, monitoring conditions)
• Accompany students during classes, transitions, and school activities
• Maintain accurate documentation of care and student progress
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and healthcare staff to follow care and education plans
• Ensure a clean and safe environment by following hygiene and safety protocols

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (CNA/PCA/HHA certification preferred)
• At least 1 year of relevant experience (school or pediatric setting preferred)
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to assist with lifting, transfers, and extended standing
• Must pass background checks and required clearances
• Basic computer skills for documentation

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.