County Social Services Aide 1 (LG) - Wayne County Area Agency on Aging, Adult Daily Living Center
About The Position
Are you a caring and compassionate individual who wishes to provide direct care to older adults and individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities? Join the Wayne County Area Agency on Aging as a County Social Services Aide 1 with our Adult Daily Living Center in Hawley. Our small and dedicated Adult Daily Living Center provides a structured program of activities and health related services for older adults as well as respite to family members who are caring for their loved ones. This is your chance to help meet a key community need with our team! With our team, you will provide a variety of services to care for the social, mental, and physical support needs of clientele of the center. These services include personal care, taking and recording vitals, serving snacks and meals, feeding assistance, planning and providing recreational activities, assisting with ambulation, and generally overseeing participants during their time with us. Participants who may have been isolated get to interact with peers, share in activities, and benefit from new friendships. Being a people-person is key as you will become familiar with each individual client, participate in their care planning and treatment goals, and get to know who they are as a person. Your work will rely on your awareness of policies and regulations that keep our participants safe. On the job training is provided and close supervision is provided by a Licensed Practical Nurse. Apply now and make a difference in your community with this rewarding role!
Requirements
- Graduation from high school; or Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- You must pass a background investigation.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and a drug screening. A physical and tuberculosis test are required.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
- Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
Responsibilities
- Provide a variety of services to care for the social, mental, and physical support needs of clientele of the center
- Provide personal care
- Take and record vitals
- Serve snacks and meals
- Provide feeding assistance
- Plan and provide recreational activities
- Assist with ambulation
- Generally oversee participants
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
