Education Assistant (PCA, CNA) - School Program

Education Assistant (PCA, CNA) - School Program St. Vincent's Special Needs Center - 3.6 Trumbull, CT Job Details Part-time 1 day ago Qualifications High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description Location Detail:

95 Merritt Blvd Trumbull (10439)

Shift Detail:

Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 3:45pm Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as an Education Assistant. For over 60 years, St. Vincent's Special Needs Services (SVSNS) has been a trusted provider of specialized services for children and adults with multiple developmental disabilities and complex medical needs, such as cerebral palsy, acute brain injury, neuromuscular disorders and autism spectrum disorders. Each year, more than 400 children, adults and their families receive services from the organization.

Job Summary:

Assists with managing daily activities of the assigned class.

Responsibilities:

Assists with implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum. Assists with evaluating children. Interacts with children and parents appropriately. Provides carryover of therapeutic programs as needed. Maintains a safe and secure environment for the students. Follows all related policies and procedures. Cleans and records activities. Encourages student independence in communication, decision making and other activities. Implements activities that are consistent with student and interests. Displays enthusiasm and appropriate energy level to maintain students motivation, cooperation, and participation. Participates in arrival and dismissal practices.

Qualifications Education:

HS Diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience:

2 years experience with persons with disabilities preferred. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.