Program Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

4 Weeks PTO

Paid Holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Appreciation Events

Job summary

Community LIFE is seeking a dedicated Program Assistant to support elderly participants with daily living activities, recreation, and personal care in our East End Wilkinsburg Adult Day Center and at participants' homes as needed.

Full-time position based in Wilkinsburg, PA, with a Monday–Friday schedule, plus weekend hours. Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid PA driver's license with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid PA driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Caregiving experience preferred.
• Ability to follow non-technical verbal and written directions and keep records.

Responsibilities

• Assist elderly participants with activities of daily living, recreational activities, and personal care in the Adult Day Center or at participants' residences as needed.
• Support participants with daily routines and ensure safety during activities and transportation.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Program Assistant

Full Time 40 Technical East End, Wilkinsburg, PA, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 3189

Salary Range: $15.50 To $16.50 Hourly

Location: Wilkinsburg, 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.