PPEC Assistant (Part-Time)

Description

Our calling at PPEC of Palm Beach is supporting families in our community and the precious children entrusted to our expert care. PPEC of Palm Beach is a Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care center which was founded to serve medically fragile children in Palm Beach County. We maintain a caring and nurturing environment where the patients’ best interests are our top priority. Our goal is to optimize the patient’s physical, emotional, and social outcomes. We achieve this through staff collaboration, communication, and sharing a positive attitude.

We have a wonderful facility that is carefully designed with our patients and staff in mind. We offer opportunities for growth and the chance to move up into a management role. 

We’re looking for a PPEC Assistant, that loves kids and shares our passion, to work on a part-time basis. The schedule is Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:30pm to 7:30pm and Saturdays from 7am to 3pm.

If this is you, let us know!

Requirements

The PPEC Assistant engages with the children in our care by joyful stimulation through singing, activities, and play. The following functions describe the essential duties of this role. Individuals in this role may not perform all these duties or may perform additional duties not listed here. 

• Assist the nurse in providing daily care according to the Plan of Care 
• Promote an engaging classroom environment where children can learn and develop 
• Maintain a clean and safe environment  
• Participate as a vital member of our multidisciplinary team  
• Assistance with changing, transferring, and repositioning children 
• Assistance with meal preparation

What We’re Looking For

Must Haves: 

• Have 1 year experience in a pediatric care setting
• Valid Certifications such as CNA, MA, HHA, EMT
• CPR and First Aid certifications required
• Ability to pass a Level II background check
• Ability to regularly lift and carry at least 50 pounds safely
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to work the following part-time schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays - 3:30pm to 7:30pm, Saturdays - 7am to 3pm
• Flexibility to work on Tuesdays and Fridays, if needed

Nice To Have: 

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Why You’ll Like Working Here

• An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children in the community 
• Working alongside passionate professionals that are experts in their field 
• Working as part of a growing but close-knit team