PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT (Special Ed Assistant)

Job Title

Provides behavioral, physical, health and social services to pupils who are physically, emotionally or behaviorally challenged; operates and monitors a variety of health equipment; assists students on a one-to-one or group basis in meeting the physical requirements of attending school.

Requirements / Qualifications

Graduation from high school or its equivalent is required. Experience providing health care services and working with physically handicapped children is desirable. A valid First Aid Certificate, comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate and a Child and Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate are required and must be submitted with your on-line application. Successful completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) 12 hour training is required during the probationary period. Applicants must provide a copy of the following at the time of application: High School Diploma or equivalent is required; A current and valid Standard/Basic First Aid Certificate is required; AND A current and valid CPR Certificate (Child and Adult) is required. Transcripts or diplomas from foreign countries must be certified to meet the US equivalent.

Comments and Other Information

Applicants interested in being considered for this position must submit a formal application by clicking on the RED "click here to apply - OFFSITE" link below. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a formal application.