Therapy Aide - York

Senior LIFE; York; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative senior care center is looking for a dedicated Therapy Aide to join their team in York. This essential role involves assisting rehabilitative services staff by transporting participants, preparing them for treatment, and performing related activities under supervision. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate the physical ability to support seniors effectively. Join a compassionate team committed to enhancing the quality of life for seniors while working in a supportive and fulfilling environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in team environments and communicate effectively.
• Physical strength required for participant transport.

Responsibilities

• Transport participants to and from therapy sessions as scheduled.
• Assist with participant care and maintain cleanliness of treatment area.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Manual Dexterity

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Innovative senior care center seeks Therapy Aide for in-center work

Full Time - York, Pa

Senior LIFE is an innovative home and community based Medicare and Medicaid funded program which provides all-inclusive healthcare services and support to seniors living in the community. Senior LIFE makes it possible for seniors to remain at home, enjoying the comfort and reassurance of familiar surroundings while receiving the care they need. Senior LIFE staff live the mission of the program. Our team is committed to partnering with our seniors to remain at home through promoting open communication and shared decision making while providing excellent care and services.

Senior LIFE York seeks a Therapy Aide to join its team of therapeutic professionals. The Therapy Aide is an essential role within the center. The Therapy Aide is responsible for assisting the rehabilatative services staff by transporting participants to and from therapy, by performing participant care related Activities under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist/Occupational Therapist/Speech- Language Pathologist, by keeping the work area clean and well supplied and by performing clerical duties.

Responsibilities

• Transport participants as scheduled to and from treatment area as indicated.
• Prepares participants for treatment.
• Performs participant related activities as directed by the PT/OT/SLP keeping with the standards of practice and state guidelines.
• Assist with routine record keeping.
• Maintain cleanliness and neatness of treatment area following infection control guidelines.

• Maintaining constant alertness for participants’ safety.

Qualifications

Because of the nature of Senior LIFE’s multidisciplinary approach, all candidates must be able to thrive in team environments. Experience working with a geriatric population is preferred but not required. High school graduate or equivalent is required. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English is also required.

Adequate physical strength and manual dexterity is needed in order to transfer and transport participants.