Senior Day Services Activity & Care Assistant

Chicago Methodist Senior Services; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Sick Pay

Vacation and holiday pay

Medical, dental & vision

403b & Roth Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Chicago Methodist Senior Service (CMSS) is seeking a Program Assistant to support older adults in the Adult Day Services program in the Chicago area. You will plan, lead, and assist with activities that promote social engagement, cognitive stimulation, and physical activity, while providing personal care as needed.

Responsibilities include developing daily activity programming, adapting activities for diverse abilities, assisting with meals, mobility, hygiene, and maintaining participant privacy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with older adults or disabilities preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately.
• Follow individualized care instructions and policies.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Assist with personal care and physical tasks.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 15 days.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement daily activity programming.
• Modify activities for participants with different abilities.
• Encourage participation and respect individual choices.
• Provide one-to-one engagement for participants who need it.
• Observe participant responses and report changes to the supervisor.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and ambulation.
• Provide assistance with personal hygiene and hand hygiene.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Assist with meals and mealtime safety.
• Support safety procedures and program operations.
• Assist with transportation loading/unloading and other routines.

Skills

Effective communication

Compassionate care

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Observation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Chicago Methodist Senior Service (CMSS) is seeking a Program Assistant to support older adults in the Adult Day Services program in the Chicago area. You will plan, lead, and assist with activities that promote social engagement, cognitive stimulation, and physical activity, while providing personal care as needed.

Responsibilities include developing daily activity programming, adapting activities for diverse abilities, assisting with meals, mobility, hygiene, and maintaining participant privacy