Program Assistant

Community-Life; McKeesport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long Term Disability insurance

4 weeks Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

403(b) retirement plan contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Appreciation events

Job summary

Community LIFE in McKeesport, PA, is seeking a Program Assistant to support elderly participants with daily living activities and recreational programs at our Adult Day Center. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a PA driver's license with reliable vehicle, and caregiving experience is preferred.

The position is full-time with daytime hours Monday through Friday, plus monthly weekend hours. Competitive hourly pay with benefits is offered, including paid time off and retirement plan

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid PA driver's license and reliable vehicle required.
• Caregiving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Discretion & tact

Empathy

Communication & record-keeping

Interpersonal skills

Stamina (physical/emotional)

Personal care routine

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Program Assistant

Full Time 40 Technical McKeesport, McKeesport, PA, US

Salary Range: $15.50 To $17.00 Hourly

Location:McKeesport, 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: Caregiving experience is preferred.

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.