Program Assistant – Adult Day Care

Sevita Health; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Sevita Health is seeking a Program Assistant for its Adult Day Care program. This part-time position supports the care of older adults and individuals with disabilities, facilitating both individual and group activities. The role requires a high school diploma and relevant experience, emphasizing a compassionate approach to assistance. Our ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills and a reliable attitude, contributing to enriching the quality of life for those we serve.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional growth through training and education

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Minimum one year experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Strong communication skills to manage relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily care of health-impaired older adults with various needs.
• Implement individual and group activity programs.
• Transport individuals to appointments and community activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Compassionate approach

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

MENTOR Adult Day Health,a member of the Sevita family,provides day programs for elders with complex medical or rehabilitative needs. This allows seniors to obtain quality healthcare while remaining active and involved in the community and continuing to live in their ownhomes. Our programs are staffed with qualified, experienced licensed nurses and caregivers who are trained to provide individual assistance to each person we serve.

Program Assistant – Adult Day Care

Location: Rainbow Terrace Adult Day Health Center

Address: 9135 Guilford Rd Ste 100 Columbia, MD 21046

* Wage - $16 hour

* Day Shift / Part time

* Mon-Fri 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM / Rotating Saturday 9 AM-1PM

* Dayforce Wallet - Work today, get paid tomorrow

* Full Benefit Package for FT employees

* Bonus Opportunities

Would you like to work in a rewarding environment with fantastic co-workers? This position is for you! You can make a difference by providing care to the individuals we serve in our community-based Day Program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance in the daily care of health impaired older adults or individuals in our care with brain injuries, intellectual/ developmental disabilities, emotional or behavioral disability or mental diagnosis.
• Assist with the development and implementation of individual and group activity programs, and responsible for the care, safety, security, and social/recreation activities for the individuals receiving support.
• Provide guidance with social skills, advocacy and self-esteem and teach strategies to live as independently as possible.
• Transport to medical appointments, errands, shopping or activities in the community.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or its equivalent and must be 18 years of age
• Minimum one year experience in providing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably with older adults
• Competence in CPR and First Aid
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills to manage relationships
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay:Compensation and full benefits package for employees working full time, including a 401(k) with a discretionary match potential

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plus 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Start accruing on your first day of employment
• Paid Holidays for full time employees
• We invest in your professional growth through continuing education, training, and more
• Supportive relationships with coworkers and supervisors who help you grow and learn
• Referral Program - Earn $$ for each applicant you refer to the company!
• Employee Discounts / “Perks At Work” – Discount program available to employee’s, offering online access to more than 30,000 discounts and exclusive offers through Sevita’s vendor relationships

Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.