Day Program Aide Substitute

Lifesteps, Inc.; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Lifesteps, Inc. in Butler, PA is hiring Day Program Aides to support adults with disabilities at the Adult Training Facility. The role emphasizes safety, engagement, and helping participants develop daily living and vocational skills in a respectful, supportive setting.

This part-time position runs Monday through Friday with no evenings, weekends, or holidays. Ideal candidates enjoy helping others and fostering independence while observing and reporting progress.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to travel using Agency vehicle.
• CPI certification must be obtained and maintained.
• First aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with basic life skills, community participation, transportation, vocational skills, crafts and activities.
• Observe and report on participants’ accomplishments while keeping a safe and clean environment.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPI Certification

First aid and CPR certification

Job description

Lifesteps is immediately hiring Day Program Aides to work at the Adult Training Facility in Butler, PA.

Lifesteps is a non-profit, human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for over 100 years by “helping individuals and families with life's changing needs”. The Agency provides programs and services to help those with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this is the right opportunity for you.

Day Program Aides - Part-time - Monday through Friday

NO EVENINGS, WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Have fun while you work and bring joy into the lives of program participants! The Day Program Aide is responsible for assisting special needs adults with activities such as basic life skills, community participation, transportation, vocational skills, crafts and fun activities.

Staff observe and report on the accomplishments of the adult participants, while maintaining a safe and clean environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Current driver’s license with the ability to travel utilizing an Agency vehicle
• Obtain and maintain certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) - provided by Lifesteps
• First aid and CPR certification or the ability to obtain and maintain within six (6) months - provided by Lifesteps

Preferred:

• One year experience working with individuals with disabilities in the human services field, like direct care, home health aide, personal care attendant, TSS, etc.
• Associates or bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, Recreational Therapy, Health Education, Nutrition, or any other major

Work while family is in school.

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