Program Assistant (PCA/Activities) - hours

Job Description

Program Assistant - part-time 25-30 hours per week. Additional hours or per diem roles may be available.Expected Schedule: Monday - Friday 10AM-3PM

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:

-Personal care assistance - toileting, showering, and other activities of daily living

-Medication distribution. Observe glucometer use

-Take and document vital signs

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

-Helps participants with activities

-Helps participants with exercise

-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: Monday-Friday days, 10AM-3PM. No weekends or evenings; we are closed major holidays.

Expected pay range: $18-$20+ per hour

Eligible for paid time off benefits, dental, vision, life, LTD and AD&D coverage at no cost (employee only). We are unable to offer health insurance. 403(b) match after one year.

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

Part-time