Job Information
Maxim Healthcare Paraprofessional - BCIU in Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Hourly Pay: $15 - $18 / Hour
Maxim Healthcare is hiring for a School paraprofessional to work with students who require instructional, environmental/classroom, and personal care support within the BCIU classroom.
Hours are Monday - Thursday 8am-3:30pm.
Why Join Maxim:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, Life Insurance, HSA and PTO
401(k) savings plan
Maxcares Awards Program
Responsibilities
May ride the bus to and from school with patient
Address students medical needs to allow them to attend school in a traditional setting and make progress towards their educational goals
Assist with redirection of behaviors and ensure student safety
Support students by reviewing and following their school IEP and BIPs
Assistance with personal care activities such as toileting
Takes and records oral and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when ordered
Assists with mobility, positioning, transfers, and using transfer/mobility devices as applicable
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
Proficiency in the English language required
Current certificate as applicable per state and / or client requirement
Maxim Benefits:
Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security: Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
Lifestyle Benefits: Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare 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, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity 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.