What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Assistant position at Community LIFE?
Locations: Logan's Ferry (Lower Burrell), Wilkinsburg, Homestead, and McKeesport, PA
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4:00pm, plus 8 weekend hours per month
Summary of Job Duties: Our Program Assistants are responsible for providing assistance to frail elderly participants with activities of daily living, recreational activities and performing personal care services in the Adult Day Center and, as needed, their place of residence.
Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Required Licensure: Valid PA Driver's license and reliable vehicle
Required Experience: Minimum of one year (12 months) experience caregiving for a frail or elderly population is required. Experience as a personal care aide, home health aide or nursing assistant is desirable.
Required Skills:
- Discretion, tact, patience, and good judgment.
- Empathetic and compassionate attitude in caring for the elderly.
- Ability to understand and carry out non-technical verbal and written directions, record messages, and keep records.
- Ability to get along well with others and gain the cooperation of the participants.
- Physical and emotional ability to carry out assigned tasks.
- Routine work involving the personal care and program activities of participants.
Benefits: In addition to competitive pay, Community LIFE offers a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability insurance, 4 weeks Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Company contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Mileage Reimbursement, Employee Appreciation events, and more!
About Us: Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.
Covid Vaccine Statement:
Community LIFE continues to comply with CMS mandated COVID-19 vaccination requirements for our staff. Community LIFE strongly supports vaccination and encourages everyone who can get vaccinated to do so to protect themselves, their co-workers, and our patients. All staff must be in compliance with the CMS COVID-19 mandates. Medical or Religious exemptions may be available to those who qualify.
