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Amergis

School Aide

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Pay: $20/hr
Posted: 2 weeks ago
Location: Charleston, WV (Onsite)
Last Updated: 1 day ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/3/2026

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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.

$40,310 / year median in West Virginia

+1% projected growth

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Job Description

  • School Aide Overview:
    Charleston, WV $20 an hour
  • The School Aide supports students with instructional and behavioral needs under the supervision of special education staff, teachers, or designated personnel. They may also assist with personal care, mobility, and therapeutic needs as directed by healthcare professionals.
  • Minimum Requirements:
  • + High school diploma or equivalent + Compliance with professional standards of practice + Current CPR certification (if required) + TB screening, PPD, or chest x-ray (if required) + Current health certificate (per contract or state regulations) + Meet all federal, state, and local requirements + At least 18 years of age Interested in hearing the details of what Amergis offers? Email me! -
  • Magiglio@amergis.com
  • Benefits
  • At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs
  • Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
  • About Amergis
  • Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  • Job Category:
  • Education
  • Job Function:
  • Education | School Aide | School Aide School
  • Job Type:
  • Contract - Full Time
  • Setting:
  • Schools
  • Position Type:
  • Healthcare
  • Office Number:
  • 0672
  • Contract Duration:
  • 52 •
Pay Rate:
  • $700 / Week
  • Date Posted:
  • 2026-08-18T14:50:04