Job Description:

LEARN, southeastern Connecticut's Regional Educational Service Center, invites candidates to apply for full-time Medical Assistant Specialist openings at our Ocean Avenue LEARNing Academy in New London, Connecticut. This position works with a dedicated classroom team to provide appropriate school-based services and assist with the physical needs of students. Training in Safety Care techniques is provided. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist students with disabilities in participating in activities of daily living such as dressing, eating, hygiene, managing bathroom needs and other health responsibilities.
• Review, understand and implement assigned duties pertaining to the individualized healthcare plans
• Lift up to 50 lbs. when necessary. Including for purposes of transferring students to change position and personal care needs.
• Utilize Program Change procedures including communication with teacher and BCBA regarding specific information about individual students (as needed).
• Supervise and assist students in all settings specified on their educational plan.

Qualifications:  High School diploma required. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA) certificate or equivalent training preferred. First aid/CPR training required. Experience working with children with autism or emotional/behavioral challenges and their families preferred. Qualified Applicants should apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/learn/onlineapp/ (application can be found under Office Support). LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.