Instructor's Assistant

Lifesteps, Inc.; Kittanning (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Lifesteps, Inc. in the Kittanning area is hiring a Part-Time Day Program Aide, substitute to support program activities and supervise clients. This entry-level role assists senior staff and helps maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

The position runs Monday through Friday with hours from 8:45 to 2:30, averaging up to 19 hours per week. A CPI, first aid/CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license are required or must be obtained within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Obtain and maintain CPI certification.
• First aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire date.
• Current driver’s license with the ability to travel for business using personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Supervisor/Coordinator/Instructor/Program Specialist in carrying out program activities.
• Observe and report performance of clients in a variety of situations.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Support with program operations during scheduled hours.

Skills

CPI certification

First aid certification

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

Associates Degree

ACRE certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Lifesteps is hiring a Part-Time Day Program Aide, Substitute in the Kittanning area

Lifesteps is a non‑profit human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for nearly 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.

Position Summary

An entry level position responsible for assisting the Senior Supervisor/Coordinator/Instructor/Program Specialist in carrying out program activities, observing and reporting performance of clients in a variety of situations, and maintaining a safe and clean environment.

This part-time position works various days, Monday through Friday, normally with a schedule of 8:45 to 2:30. Hours can average up to 19 per week.

Qualifications

Required

• Obtain and maintain certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).
• First aid and CPR certification or the ability to obtain and maintain within six (6) months of hire date.
• Current driver’s license with the ability to travel for business utilizing personal vehicle.

Preferred

• One-year experience working with individuals in human services field.
• Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators Certificate (ACRE).
• Associates Degree and six months to one-year experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits for full-time employment include 100% agency paid medical, dental and vision insurance premiums; paid vacation, sick time and personal/emergency time; short & long-term disability insurance; tuition reimbursement; 403B retirement plan; life insurance and 12 paid holidays.