Personal Care Assistant

General Responsibilities The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) is responsible for providing supervision and personal care to assigned individuals in the approved private school setting to promote intellectual, emotional and social growth.# The PCA will assist in data collection and implementing individualized programs that are appropriate to the ages and populations served, specifically children and adolescents (ages 5-21 years) with autism, intellectually/developmental disabilities and acquired brain injury.# # Starting Rate: $18.02/hour (+) # Basic Qualifications Education / Training: High School Diploma required.

Certifications / Licensure:#A valid US driver#s license, a valid US driver#s license for 2 years, and a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years old. Must be capable of attaining approved Melmark driver status.#Successful completion of employer provided certification in CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Intervention. #Medication Administration certification. Skill(s):# Working knowledge of Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft Office.

Ability to implement function-based interventions for the reduction of challenging behaviors. Experience in the principles and application of Applied Behavior Analysis. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are assets. Experience:# Prefer at least one (1) year experience with specialized populations.