Education Assistant (PCA, CNA) - School Program

• 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.

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience

2 years experience with persons with disabilities preferred.

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• With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.
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• 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.