Program Aide and Van Driver

United Community & Family Services, Inc.; Norwich (CT); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Life & Disability Insurance

Medical/Dental/Vision

Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off

Job summary

United Community & Family Services, Inc. is seeking a Program Aide and Van Driver to assist groups of seniors with activities and provide personal care, plus transportation for the Adult Day Center clients.

The role requires a valid Public Service License eligibility and a focus on safety, dignity, and compassionate care. The position is full-time (35 hours/week), with a Monday–Friday schedule and day-to-day responsibilities that include guiding activities, ensuring participation, and

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• 2 years of experience working with or supporting seniors.
• Eligible for Public Service License to operate a passenger van.
• HHA/CNA certificate preferred.
• Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Leads and participates in program activities at the center (exercise, arts & crafts, games, etc.).
• Ensures client participation and safety.
• Provides van transportation for Adult Day Center clients per policy.
• Assists with personal care needs (transfers, toileting, dressing, showering).
• Demonstrates respectful communication and teamwork in daily operations.

Skills

Transportation

Communication

Teamwork

English fluency

Computer skills

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Public Service License eligibility

Job description

Description

UCFS strives to use person-centered care to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our community. Share in our vision of being Eastern CT’s best choice for patient-centered healthcare!

We are currently seeking a Program Aide and Van Driver who will assist groups of seniors with program activities and provide personal care to clients. They will also provide transportation services for the seniors of the Adult Day Center.

Expected Schedule: Full-Time, 35 hours/week; Monday through Friday, 8:00am- 4:30pm

Outline of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participates in and leads program activities at the center, such as exercise, activity set up and clean up, instructing clients in arts and crafts, group and individual games, and other special projects.
• Ensures client participation and ensures safety.
• Provides van transportation for adult day center clients in accordance with policy and procedures established for the operation of center vehicles.
• Assists with personal care needs of clients such as transfer, toileting, clothing changes, and showering.
• Demonstrates quality customer service by respecting client’s rights, respectful communication, demonstrating an understanding of the physical, emotional and developmental needs of the client and proper ways to work with the population served.
• Treats co-workers, clients and visitors respectfully, courteously and professionally, addressing conflict and disagreement in a positive and respectful manner.

Why UCFS?

Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference for our clients and community. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more. If you are committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school degree or equivalent
• 2 years of experience working with or supporting seniors

Minimum Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must be eligible for Public Service License to operate passenger van
• HHA/CNA certificate preferred

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Ability to travel 50% within a UCFS-owned passenger van
• Basic computer skills for emails and trainings
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Receptivity to feedback
• Ability to take direction
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Physical ability to provide mobility assistance
• Fluency in English language

UCFS Healthcare Offers a Competitive Benefits & Perks Package to Our Hardworking Team Which Can Include:

• Financial - Yearly Performance Merit Increases; Gain Share Program; Local & Online Discounts
• Income Security - 401(k) Plan + 6% Employer Contributions; Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Health & Wellness - Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Wellness Programs; Decompression Spaces
• Time Off - Generous Paid Time Off Starting at 3 Weeks Vacation, 4 Floating Holidays, 10 Sick Days, 8 Federal Holidays
• Growth - Employee-Led Committees; NHSC Loan Repayment Opportunities; PSLF Eligibility; Career Path Ladders; Employer Paid Learning & Development Programs
• Fun - Appreciation, Education, and Team-Building Events

UCFSis strongly committed to a workplace environment that respects, appreciates and values employee differences and similarities. By providing and supporting an enriching work culture, UCFS will continue to better serve our communities and provide quality patient, client, and resident care and services.UCFSis an employment at-will organization and an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation,and genetic information or disability, as defined and required by applicable state and federal laws. Additionally, UCFS prohibits retaliation against an applicant or employee because they have engaged in protected activity under the statutes prohibiting discrimination in the workplace.