Program Aide and Van Driver - Per Diem

UCFS Healthcare; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Wellness Programs

Job summary

UCFS Healthcare in Norwich, CT is seeking a Program Aide and Van Driver - Per Diem to support senior participants with activities and provide transportation for the Adult Day Center. Responsibilities include leading activities, assisting with personal care, ensuring safety, and delivering exceptional customer service while fostering a respectful, supportive environment for participants and staff.

Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, with per diem flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 2 years of experience working with or supporting seniors.
• Must be eligible for Public Service License to operate a passenger van; HHA/CNA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in program activities for seniors (exercise, crafts, games).
• Ensure client participation and safety during activities.
• Provide van transportation for Adult Day Center clients per policy.
• Assist with personal care needs (transfers, toileting, dressing, showering).
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and respectful communication with clients and staff.

Skills

Fluency in English

Communication

Teamwork

Computer basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years experience with seniors

Job description

Program Aide and Van Driver - Per Diem

UCFS Healthcare Norwich, Connecticut, United States

About this position

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 - Per Diem 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.

Hours of Operation: 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.

Salary Information

$18.2 - $19.2Hourly Wage

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
• 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

Automated Employment Decision Technology (AEDT) Notice (CT CART Act):

To assist our recruiting team, this application process may use the algorithmic features of LinkedIn (Candidate Fit / Top Match), and Handshake (Talent List Sorting), as well as on other platforms we may use. We use these automated technologies specifically to prioritize incoming applications, sort applicant lists, and match candidate profiles based on how closely provided skills, job history, experience, abilities align with our job criteria.

While a human recruiter reviews candidates and makes all final hiring and interview decisions, these automated platform tools serve as a material factor in our initial screening pipeline. These systems process data from your submitted resume, application, and public platform profiles.

For inquiries or questions regarding the use of this technology, please contact us at [e-mail]

EEO Policy:

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.