Location:

West Chester, Pennsylvania Job Type:

Contract/Temp Work Site:

Onsite Category:

School Services Skills:

School Pay Min:

$25

•

Pay Max:

$28/

Per Hour Duration:

2

Weeks Shift:

Position:

334670 Job Description RCM Health Care is looking for a Paraprofessional/ PCA to provide services to 1 student who resides in zip code 19380. Services will need to be in the home . We are looking for someone to start right away, providing 3 hours per day of services, 5 days per week , during the school year .

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIATES WHO CAN SEE STUDENT DURING SCHOOL HOURS OR IMMEDIATELY AFTER SCHOOL.

School Based Personal Care Assistant PCA Student

• 5th grade life skills Location
• West Chester, PA 19380 (in home)

Hours:

IN PERSON, 3

hours per day, 5 days per week + compensatory time + round trip mileage

Job Title:

Personal Care Assistant Compensation

•

Hourly Rate:

$25.00-28.00 per hour + round trip mileage

Location:

West Chester, PA 19380 Onsite

• Services must take place in person in the home Position Summary As a Personal Care Assistant you will provide in-person servicess to 1 student in their home in West Chester, PA.

You will provide specialized evaluations, direct therapy services, and consultation to support students with significant physical, neurological, and multiple disabilities.

Y ou will collaborate with multidisciplinary educational teams to develop and implement individualized services that promote student access to the educational environment and support participation in school-based activities. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities—join our network and be supported every step of the way. . Responsibilities # Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: School-based; services within the home
• Hours per week: 3 hours per day, 5 days per week + round trip mileage
• Contract length (if applicable): School-year assignment #

Key Duties:

Core Responsibilities Individualized Support:

Provide direct assistance based on a student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan.

Personal Care & Daily Living:

Assist with hygiene, toileting, diapering, feeding, physical positioning, and mobility (using walkers, wheelchairs, or braces).

Behavioral & Social Management:

Implement behavior support plans, positive reinforcement, conflict resolution, and de-escalation strategies.

Classroom Assistance:

Help teachers adapt lesson materials, monitor academic engagement, and supervise students during transitions, lunch, and recess.

Documentation:

Track daily progress notes, behavior logs, and attendance data for special education teams.

Requirements Education:

High School Diploma or GED (some specialized therapeutic or private schools prefer prior coursework or experience in education/behavioral health).

Experience:

Frequently requires 6 months to 1 year of experience working with children, special education students, or in a school/daycare environment.

Certifications:

Often requires or provides training in CPR and First Aid.

Additional Certifications:

Current Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check, and FBI Fingerprint Clearance. Skills Knowledge of IDEA regulations, IEP development, and school-based documentation requirements. Experience working with pediatric students with severe physical, neurological, and multiple disabilities. Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with multidisciplinary educational teams. Experience with adaptive equipment, positioning, mobility training, and safe transfer techniques. Benefits (only for temporary roles) Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan About Us RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences. With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you're stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation Apply Now