Adult Day Center Aide

Community LIFE; Homestead (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,616 - 25,089; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long Term Disability insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Appreciation events

Job summary

A local caregiving organization in Homestead seeks compassionate Aides to provide daily living assistance to elderly participants. Responsibilities include personal care services, engaging in recreational activities, and supporting their overall quality of life. The ideal candidate must have at least one year of caregiving experience and a valid driver's license. This position offers competitive pay starting at $15.50 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience caregiving for elderly populations.
• Valid PA Driver's license and reliable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Assist elderly participants with daily living activities.
• Perform personal care services in our Adult Day Center.
• Engage in recreational activities with participants.

Skills

Discretion, tact, patience, and good judgment

Empathetic and compassionate attitude

Ability to follow verbal and written directions

Good interpersonal skills

Physical and emotional ability to perform tasks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Homestead, PA  Schedule: Mon.-Fri., 7:30am-4pm; plus 8 weekend hours per month

Salary: $15.50 and up per hour (more based on verifiable caregiving experience) DAILY PAY AVAILABLE!!

Summary

Aides are responsible for providing assistance to elderly participants with activities of daily living, recreational activities and performing personal care services in our Adult Day Center and, as needed, their place of residence.

Required Education

High school diploma or GED

Required Licensure

Valid PA Driver's license and reliable vehicle

Required Experience

Minimum of one year (12 months) experience caregiving for a frail or elderly population is required.

Required Skills

• Discretion, tact, patience, and good judgment.
• Empathetic and compassionate attitude in caring for the elderly.
• Ability to understand and carry out non-technical verbal and written directions, record messages, and keep records.
• Ability to get along well with others and gain the cooperation of the participants.
• Physical and emotional ability to carry out assigned tasks.
• Routine work involving the personal care and program activities of participants.

Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, Community LIFE offers a generous benefit package to our full-time employees, including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Long Term Disability insurance, 4 weeks Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Company contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Mileage Reimbursement, Employee Appreciation events, and more.

About Us

Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.