Senior Day Program Assistant - Care & Activities Leader

Lifescape Community Services Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifescape Community Services Inc. in Rockford, IL is seeking an Adult Day Program Assistant to support senior participants with daily living activities and participate in engaging programming.

You will help with toileting, grooming, meals, and safe transportation coordination, while promoting independence and confidentiality. Applicants should have a High School Diploma, a clean driving record, and experience in customer service with older adults.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required and clean driving record.
• Minimum 3 years of customer service experience and at least 1 year serving senior population.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Demonstrate good professional judgment, reliability and ethical practice.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times and comply with Illinois background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist ADL's including toileting, dressing, grooming, meal service, and tray prep.
• Provide supervision and assistance with ambulation and transfers.
• Assist participants with ADP transportation vehicle transfers.
• Plan programs and daily schedules for participants; participate in program planning.
• Engage participants with crafts, games, and exercise activities.
• Document daily participant activity records and meals.
• Arrive for required trainings and maintain policy compliance.
• Maintain dignity, safety, and confidentiality of participants.

Skills

Customer service

Communication with older adults

Confidentiality

Independent and collaborative work

Cultural diversity awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Driver's license (J05)

Job description

Lifescape Community Services Inc. in Rockford, IL is seeking an Adult Day Program Assistant to support senior participants with daily living activities and participate in engaging programming.

You will help with toileting, grooming, meals, and safe transportation coordination, while promoting independence and confidentiality. Applicants should have a High School Diploma, a clean driving record, and experience in customer service with older adults.