Personal Care Assistant

Personal Care Assistant role supporting the health and personal care of children and young adults in a PRU. Responsibilities include maintaining and organizing residents' clothing, purchasing new items as needed, coordinating with therapy staff for adapted clothing and orthotics, organizing residents' personal items and room, coordinating haircuts, seasonal decoration, admission and discharge logistics, ensuring unit cleanliness and organization, collaborating with staff to meet residents' needs, performing lifting checks, and communicating professionally with team members and families. Requires high school diploma or GED, and at least one year of experience with children with severe developmental disabilities; ability to lift up to 35 lbs, work independently with guidance, and proficiently use Microsoft Office; commitment to confidentiality and adherence to policies and regulations. Equal Opportunity Employer; location: Johnston, Iowa (Ames/Des Moines/Iowa City area).