Program Assistant Adult Day On-Call

Cassia Community; Princeton (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Experience-based raises

Earned Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Open Circle of Princeton is seeking an On-Call Program Assistant to enrich the lives of older adults through engaging activities, personal care support, and medication assistance.

You will help create programs, assist with daily care, take vital signs, and contribute to light center upkeep, with a pay range of $17.00–$18.00 per hour and hours from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

This on-call role offers a compassionate team environment in a community-focused adult day program.

Qualifications

• Prior caregiving or experience in an adult day center preferred.
• Activity planning or related skills.
• Must have CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to be trained.
• Desire to work with elderly adults and provide compassionate care.
• Exceptional customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily recreational and leisure activities.
• Assist with personal cares, which may include toileting, feeding, nail care, tray setup and medication administration under RN supervision.
• Take vital signs.
• Daily charting.
• Assist in creating and implementing daily programs/activities.
• Daily upkeep of the Adult Day Center including light cleaning and outdoor tasks.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Activity planning

CPR/First Aid certification

Elderly care passion

Customer service

Job description

Open Circle of Princeton is hiring an On-call Program Assistant to join our compassionate team at our adult day program. You will help enrich the lives of older adults through engaging activities, community connections, and person-centered care. Come and join our fun, close-knit team at our engaging adult day program, where you will make a difference and feel appreciated.

As an On-Call Program Assistant, you will help create and implement various activity programs such as art projects, exercise groups, trivia games, small group discussions and all kinds of musical programs. You will also assist members with personal needs, pass medications, and help with the daily upkeep of the center. Our ideal candidate is passionate about working with mature adults, thrives in a positive work environment, and has good critical thinking skills.

Position Type: On-Call

Hours: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

Pay Range: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour depending on experience

Location: 112 7th Ave N, Princeton, MN 55371

Program Assistant Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily recreational and leisure activities.


• Assist with personal cares, which may include toileting, feeding, nail care, tray set up and medication administration under the supervision of the RN.


• Take vital signs


• Daily charting


• Assist in creating and implementing daily programs/activities.


• Daily upkeep of Adult Day Center includes sweeping, vacuuming, and light outdoor work.


• Perform additional tasks as needed.

Program Assistant Qualifications:

• Prior caregiving or experience working in an adult day center preferred.


• Activity planning or related skills.


• Must be CPR and First Aide Certified or willing to be trained.


• A desire to work with elderly adults.


• Exceptional customer service skills.

Cassia Benefits (On-Call):

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises


• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members


• ESST – Earned Sick and Safe Time

About Us:

Open Circle of Princeton is a welcoming environment encouraging friendship and involvement through a wide variety of fun and interesting activities. Our program provides meaningful, purpose-filled opportunities to help our members remain vital contributors to the larger community. We are located within the Freshwaters Methodist Church, just one block north of our Elim Wellspring Care Center.

As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.opencircle.org/princeton/.

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.