About this role
Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is looking for compassionate, motivated Personal Care Assistants to join our growing team! In this role, you’ll support students in our partnered charter school program, providing individualized behavioral and educational support to help each child reach their full potential.
Our charter school program serves school-age children with IEPs who benefit from one-on-one or small-group support. You’ll work closely with a Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) to implement Positive Behavior Support Plans, collect data, and teach meaningful, functional replacement skills that promote independence and success.
What You’ll Do
Implement strategies and interventions outlined in students’ Positive Behavior Support Plans
Collect behavioral data and assist with progress monitoring
Support classroom instruction and promote positive engagement
Teach and reinforce communication, social, and self-regulation skills
Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to create a nurturing learning environment
What We’re Looking For
Experience or interest in working with children with developmental or behavioral needs
Ability to follow behavior plans and use positive behavior strategies
Flexibility to work one-on-one with a student or in a classroom support role
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Why Join Easterseals?
Be part of a mission-driven organization making a lasting impact on children and families
Gain hands-on experience implementing Positive Behavior Supports under BCBA/LBS supervision
Opportunities for training, growth, and career development in behavioral health and education
Associate degree or higher in a related field and/or completion of a 40 hour RBT training courseExperience working with children with disabilities and/or challenging behavior preferred.CPR/First aid certification preferred.Reliable transportation is required for possible travel to additional school sites. Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a 501(c)(3) organization for public service loan forgiveness eligibility purposes.Please review the background check requirements information located on the ‘Careers’ page of our website: https://www.easterseals.com/sepa/who-we-are/careers-at-easter-seals/Easterseals is an equal opportunity provider and an equal opportunity employer.