LAKE HAVASU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT is Hiring a Personal Care Assistant, Elementary SDC Near Lake, AZ
Position Title: Personal Care Assistant in SDC Location: School Site Reports To: Classroom Teacher/Principal Supervises: None Classification: Support Status: Full-time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Benefit Eligible: Yes Work Year: 199 days / 10 months Salary: See lhusd.org website Education And Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience working with special needs students preferred
Certificates And Licensure Requirements
Current CPR and First Aid certification
CPI Non-aversive Training
IVP fingerprint clearance card through AZ Department of Public Safety
SummaryAn employee in this class provides routine health services to exceptional students as directed by professional. In addition the employee provides personal hygiene care which will include toileting/diapering. Detailed instructions are given to the employee. The employee receives direct supervision. Qualifications
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, both to adults and children
Skill level assessment
Computer literacy
Ability to follow detailed instructions
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to lift exceptional students up to 50lbs (over 50lbs involves a two-person lift)
Skills in managing, operating, programming and/or monitoring clinical equipment and materials including assistive listening devices, augmentative commination devices, voice equipment and computer-based equipment and software
Good health, physical stamina, fitness, and vitality
Personal qualities associated with good human and interpersonal relations
Responsibilities And Requirements
Provide assistance to students in areas of personal hygiene and nutrition, such as feeding, or toileting
Participate in health screening of exceptional and potentially exceptional students by recording information and making simple measurements
Provide assistance in emergencies with health impaired, wheelchair-bound or seizure-disordered students
Maintain records of service provided
Communicate with students and other professionals to meet the emotional needs of students
Obtain case histories and completes observation checklists
Manage behavior using appropriately designed management techniques
Arrange the clinical-educational setting to maintain a safe and positive environment
Manage, operate, program, and/or monitor equipment and materials
TEAM MEMBER
Responsible for providing accurate documentation, communication in order to evaluate the needs of the child to immediate supervisor
Responsible for participating in meetings with staff in order to better provide for the needs of the child and ensure a safe and healthy environment
Other
Responsible for conducting duties and activities in a professional and timely manner
Responsible for assisting the therapist/teacher/supervisor in preparation of materials (i.e., typing, copying, research)
Responsible for performing those duties which protect the health and safety of students and employees
Responsible for performing other duties when assigned by the therapist, teacher, or immediate supervisor
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Effort
Repetitive motion and eye strain through extensive utilization of computer hardware and software
May require lifting materials and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
Bending, stooping, lifting, climbing, walking
Pushing wheel chairs
Repetitive work
Other Information
Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance and background check
EEOCLake Havasu Unified School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. Administrators and supervisors reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.