What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Assistant position at The Judge Group?
Personal Care Assistant (PCA) – Behavioral Support
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with strong behavioral support experience to provide one-on-one assistance to a student in a special education setting. The PCA will support the student's academic, behavioral, and daily living needs while helping create a safe, positive, and productive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Reports to the Supervisor of Special Education and Building Principal.
Required Documentation & Clearances
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Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with strong behavioral support experience to provide one-on-one assistance to a student in a special education setting. The PCA will support the student's academic, behavioral, and daily living needs while helping create a safe, positive, and productive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individualized one-on-one support to a student throughout the school day.
- Assist the student in achieving academic, social, and behavioral goals.
- Implement behavior support strategies and interventions as directed by the educational team.
- Support students with varying communication abilities, including students who may be non-verbal.
- Assist students during behavioral incidents, which may include verbal outbursts or physical behaviors.
- Provide personal care assistance, including toileting and diapering as needed.
- Help students access the curriculum through accommodations, modifications, and adapted materials.
- Assist with mobility, transitions, and participation in classroom activities.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, therapists, and special education staff to support student success.
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
- Preschool-aged students (approximately 3-5 years old).
- Students receiving special education services with a variety of developmental, behavioral, and communication needs.
- Responsibilities may include supporting students who require assistance with toileting and other daily living activities.
- Monday through Thursday
- 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
- Year-round position
Reports to the Supervisor of Special Education and Building Principal.
Required Documentation & Clearances
- PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal History Clearance, and FBI Clearance (issued within one year)
- Proof of qualifications
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification (Act 24)
- Letter of Assurance verifying Act 168 Employment History Review completion
- Proof of Act 126 Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training
- Tuberculosis Test completed within the last 3 months
- 10-Panel Drug Screen
- Experience working with children receiving special education services
- Strong behavior management and de-escalation skills
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in challenging situations
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Experience providing personal care support is preferred
By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from the Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively "Judge") to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Message & data rates apply and message frequency may vary. Consistent with Judge's Privacy Policy, information obtained from your consent will not be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.
Salary : $20 - $23