Personal Care Assistant - PCA
Discovery Therapy
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Quick overview
As a PCA, you will provide one-on-one support to children with developmental and learning needs. Your role will help them thrive in their daily routines and activities.
Requirements summary
A high school diploma and CPR and First Aid certifications are required. Experience supporting children aged 3–5 with behavioral challenges is preferred.
Job description
Join Discovery Therapy as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA)!
Discovery Therapy, a company that truly cares for our family of therapists, is seeking Personal Care Assistants (PCA) to join our Early Intervention team in Philadelphia County.
As a PCA, you will provide one-on-one support to children with a variety of developmental and/or learning needs in preschools, daycares, or home environments. Our children typically receive support for 4–7 hours each day, and your role will help them thrive in their daily routines and activities.
Positions Available
- Full-Time
- Part-Time
- Contract/Per-Diem (1099 Contractor Position)
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one (1:1) support for children
- Assist children with behavioral, medical/physical, or neurological needs
- Implement basic care routines and support developmental goals
Requirements
- High School Diploma REQUIRED
- CPR and First Aid certifications REQUIRED
- Experience supporting children aged 3–5 with behavioral challenges and self-care needs PREFERRED
At Discovery Therapy, we value compassion, patience, and dedication. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives, we’d love for you to join our team!