Maxim Healthcare Services • Kennett Square, PA 19348
Job #2641301083
The School Health Aide works with students who require instructional, environmental/classroom, and personal care support. The School Health Aide provides these services under the supervision of the school Special Education Director and/or supervising designee.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assists student(s) (one on one or as a general classroom aide) in the development of independent skills through self-care/personal care activities such as toileting, dressing and personal hygiene maintenance
Assists student(s), one on one or as a classroom aide, with meeting objectives/goals as stated in their IEP including goals related to math, reading, speech, and independent skills
Facilitates teacher-directed learning activities that involve lesson plans, worksheets, reinforcement systems, small groups, social games, work assistance, etc.
Assists student(s) in the general education class setting as appropriate and directed
Communicates pertinent information to teachers and/or designated school clinician
Communicates changes in students' health condition to teachers and/or designated school clinician
Accompanies student(s) to, from and during recess, lunch and community experiences/outings
Strictly adheres to confidentiality requirements regarding all matters pertaining to students, parents, parent communications, and/or classroom activities. (Note: Unless instructed otherwise by supervising teacher, all parent communication is the responsibility of school personnel)
Assists student(s) with prescribed program activities including those written/recommended by School PT, OT and SLP personnel
Assists with student behavior management, if/when requested and as directed by the teacher and/or other school professional
Assists teacher with clerical duties including the making of stimuli copies, and other material, maintaining a clean and organized classroom, and scoring of student assignments
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Experience acting as a Home Health Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills preferred
Computer proficiency preferred
Successful completion of background screening and onboarding process required
Successful completion of Maxim Orientation and Compliance training, and all other assigned trainings as applicable required
Successful completion of Maxim's Competency Program required
Must meet all federal, state, local and contract requirements
Proficiency in the English language required
Current certificate as applicable per state and / or client requirement
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Services, 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
About Maxim Healthcare Services
Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Services 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.
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