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Criticare Home Health & Nursing Services

1:1 School PCA for 26/27 School Year

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$37,936 / year median in Pennsylvania

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Make a Difference Every Day! Join Criticare as a Full-Time PCA in Chester County SDs! Must be available M-F, Full Day Hours (7:00am-3:00pm or 8:00am-4:00pm) Are you passionate about helping students thrive in a supportive and meaningful way? CriticareCare is hiring Full-Time Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to provide 1:1 care and support to students with special needs in the Downingtown, PA area for the current school year. We're looking for caring, reliable, and dedicated individuals ready to make a positive impact in students' lives. As a PCA, you'll: ✔Provide individualized care and support throughout the school day ✔ Assist with classroom engagement, behavior management, and daily routines ✔ Support students with navigation, toileting, feeding, and mobility needs ✔ Be a part of a collaborative team environment that values your contributions Why Join CriticareCare? Full PPE provided for your safety We comply with all federal and state safety mandates You'll receive the support and training you need to succeed Start a rewarding career where every day counts. to make a lasting difference!
Requirements:
CPR certification PPD or Chest X-ray for TB screening results Background checks (PA Criminal, FBI Fingerprints & PA Child Abuse) References upon Request At least 1 Year of Caregiving/Pediatric Care Experience (preferred) CritiCare Home Health and Nursing Services dba Chadds Ford Alternacare is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Job Type:
Full-time, 7am to 3pm or 8am to 4pm- Monday through
Friday Pay:
$20.00-$23.00 per hour
About Us:
For over 40 years, CritiCare Home Health and Nursing Services has proudly served families across Chester and Delaware counties with skilled, compassionate care. As a family-owned and operated agency, we're committed to investing in the quality of our caregivers and the well-being of every client we serve. From RNs and LPNs to Personal Care Assistants, Companions, Home Health Aides, and CNAs, our team is the heart of our organization. Licensed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and certified by Medicare and Medicaid, we offer a full spectrum of home health services, including IV therapy and wound care. We also specialize in School Nursing Services, working to ensure that every child, regardless of circumstance, has access to the care they need to thrive in the classroom and beyond.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) Referral program Application Question(s): This role requires a commitment to working Monday-Friday, 7 am- 3pm or 8 am- 4 pm. Are you able to commit to a consistent schedule?
Work Location:
In person