Program Assistant(s) at The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services) Brattleboro, VT

Itlearn360; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community health organization in Brattleboro, VT is seeking a part-time Program Assistant to assist with the care of elderly adults in an adult day program. Responsibilities include aiding with meal service, activities, and personal care as needed. Ideal candidates possess skills in activity coordination and a compassionate demeanor towards individuals with disabilities. The position offers $17+ per hour and operates Monday to Friday during regular business hours.

Benefits

403(b) retirement plan

403(b) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in activity coordination, personal care assistance, or working with elderly/adults with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to engage and motivate participants in various activities.
• Understanding of physical and cognitive needs of older adults.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor.
• Ability to lift up to thirty pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists with meal and snack service.
• Helps participants with activities and exercise.
• May assist with personal care.
• Participate with co-workers in shared tasks.

Skills

Activity coordination

Personal care assistance

Working with elderly/adults with disabilities

Strong communication skills

Job description

Program Assistant - part-time (approx 10-30 hrs/week) Nutrition/Dietary and/or Activities

Part-time and per diem positions available. May be assigned to nutrition services or activities.

Entry-level candidates with a sincere interest in working with elders and adults with disabilities are welcomed.

The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services), is an Adult Day program serving Windham County Vermont. We serve adults with a wide range of physical and cognitive abilities. Our participants enjoy music, arts, games, exercise and companionship - just to name a few!

The Program Assistant is responsible for a variety of tasks related to the overall care of participants and supportive operation of the program:

-Assists with meal and snack service (plating, serving, etc)

-Helps participants with activities

-Helps participants with exercise

-May assist with personal care (depending on experience) - toileting, showering, and other activities of daily living.

-Participate with co-workers with shared tasks: laundry, clean up, putting supplies away, etc.

-Must work well as part of a team and be reliable.

Schedule: Variable based on availability, Monday-Friday, days (regular business hours). No weekends or evenings; we are closed major holidays.

Rate of pay: $17+ per hour depending on experience

References required and verification of past employment history.

Requirements

• Experience in activity coordination, personal care assistance, or working with elderly/adults with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to engage and motivate participants in various activities.
• Understanding of physical and cognitive needs of older adults.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to lift up to thirty pounds.

Benefits

• 403(b)
• 403 (b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Waiting period may apply

Schedule

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Company's website

• gatheringplacevt.org