Program Specialist /CNA

IONA Senior Services; Washington (District of Columbia); Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Zusammenfassung

Iona Senior Services in Washington, DC is seeking a compassionate Program Specialist / CNA to provide person-centered care and lead engaging activities at our Wellness & Arts Adult Day Health Center.

You will support daily living, coordinate activities, and help create a warm, engaging environment for older adults with diverse needs. This full-time role offers schedule stability and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifikationen

• One to three years of nursing assistant experience with older adults.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant license in the District of Columbia preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

Aufgaben

• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Support safe transfers, food safety, and healthcare standards.
• Observe changes and report to Clinical Nurse Manager promptly.
• Provide conversation and emotional support to participants.
• Plan and facilitate meaningful activities for individuals and groups.
• Lead exercise, art, discussions, games, and presentations.
• Utilize PowerPoint and audiovisual materials in programming.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to engage participants.

Kenntnisse

Nursing assistant experience

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Punctuality & reliability

Adaptability to diverse abilities

Ausbildung

DC CNA license (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

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Program Specialist /CNA

Full-time Regular Headquarters, Washington, DC, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1047

Salary Range: $48,000.00 To $52,000.00 Annually

Join Our Team at Iona Senior Services!Program Specialist / CNA

Adult Day Health Center | Washington DC | Full-Time Monday to Friday | No Evenings, Weekends or Holidays

Make Every Day Meaningful!

Are you a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant who also enjoys helping older adults stay active, engaged, and connected?

Iona Senior Services is seeking a patient, dependable, and creative Program Specialist/CNA to join our Wellness & Arts Adult Day Health Center. In this role, you will provide personal care and assistance with daily living while leading engaging activities for older adults with diverse physical and cognitive abilities, including individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, effects of stroke, and intellectual disabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to combine caregiving with creativity, relationship-building, and meaningful daily interaction.

What You’ll Do:

Provide Compassionate, Person-Centered Care

• Assist participants with activities of daily living, including toileting, eating, mobility, and personal care.
• Support safe transfers, food safety, and other healthcare standards.
• Observe participants and promptly report changes in health or behavior to the Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Provide conversation, reassurance, and one-on-one emotional support to participants experiencing anxiety.

Create Engaging Daily Experiences

• Plan and facilitate meaningful individual, small-group, and large-group activities.
• Lead programs such as exercise groups, art activities, discussions, games, and presentations.
• Use PowerPoint and other audiovisual materials to enhance programming.
• Adapt activities and communication styles to participants’ different interests, cognitive abilities, and physical strengths.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to encourage participant involvement throughout the day.

Support Center Operations

• Assist with dining services, including receiving food deliveries, checking temperatures and orders, serving meals, clearing tables, and washing dishes.
• Check refrigerators for proper labeling and expired items.
• Help maintain clean, welcoming program spaces, offices, kitchens, and supply areas.
• Assist with coordinating participants’ daily transportation.
• Serve as a morning or afternoon bus escort when assigned.
• Operate a program vehicle when assigned and qualified to do so.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time, including Medicaid compliance and program records.
• Participate in staff meetings, educational conferences, and organizational programs.

What We’re Looking For:

Required Qualifications

• One to three years of nursing assistant experience working with older adults preferred.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant license in the District of Columbia preferred.
• A patient, warm, tolerant, and compassionate approach.
• Ability to lead activities for individuals with varying cognitive and physical abilities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with participants, caregivers, colleagues, managers, and volunteers.
• Punctuality, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to lift at least 20 pounds.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to participate in a staff rotation for occasional needs after 5:00 p.m.
• Willingness to complete required initial and annual health screenings.
• Full COVID-19 vaccination, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by applicable law.
• Spanish, Mandarin, or French language skills are preferred but not required.
• A valid driver's license is preferred but not required.

Why Join Iona?

At Iona Senior Services, you will be part of a caring interdisciplinary team committed to helping older adults maintain their dignity, independence, creativity, and connection to the community. Your work will directly contribute to a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where every participant is valued.

Schedule:Monday-Friday, (40 hours/week) with no evenings, weekends or holidays.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance

About Iona Senior Services

For over 50 years, Iona Senior Services has been a leader in helping older adults and their families navigate the opportunities and challenges of aging in the greater Washington, D.C. area. As a nonprofit organization, we directly support over 4,700+ individuals annually through innovative programs, including adult day health care, active wellness initiatives, support groups, and more. At Iona, we are committed to fostering a warm, inclusive, and collaborative workplace that promotes professional growth and excellence in service.