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Personal Care Assistant (PCA) – School-Based Assignment
Location: Hamilton, Virginia 20158
Assignment Duration: 5 Weeks
Schedule
- Monday – Friday
- 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- 5 Hours per Day
- 30-Minute Meal Break
- Guaranteed Hours: Not Applicable
Position Overview
"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a compassionate and dependable Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide support to students in a school-based environment. The PCA will assist students with daily living activities, classroom participation, mobility, and behavioral support while fostering a safe, positive, and inclusive learning atmosphere.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are patient, supportive, and passionate about helping children achieve academic and social success.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individualized support to students throughout the school day
- Assist students with personal care needs, including hygiene and mobility assistance when required
- Support classroom engagement and participation in educational activities
- Reinforce positive behaviors and assist with behavioral support strategies
- Ensure student safety during classroom activities, transitions, and daily routines
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to support student goals and development
- Encourage independence, communication, and social interaction skills
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in accordance with school policies
- Document observations and communicate concerns or progress updates to appropriate staff members
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience working with children, individuals with special needs, or in a caregiving role preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain patient, attentive, and compassionate in a school setting
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and educational staff
- Basic knowledge of personal care assistance and student support strategies preferred
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred but not required
- Ability to lift, assist, and support students throughout the school day as needed
Additional Information
- School-based assignment
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to make a positive impact on student development and daily success
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.