Day Program - Attendant
About The Position
Now Hiring: Adult Day Program Attendant – Memory Care Focus Bring Joy, Connection, and Compassion to Every Day Do you have a heart for working with older adults, especially those living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia? At James L. West Senior Day Program, we offer a vibrant, safe, and engaging Adult Day Program designed specifically for individuals with memory loss. We’re looking for a compassionate, patient, and creative team member to help enrich our participants’ lives—one meaningful moment at a time. Ready to Apply? Click Here! What You'll Do: Facilitate engaging, dementia-friendly activities such as music therapy, art projects, reminiscence groups, sensory stimulation, and guided movement Provide hands-on assistance with meals, toileting, mobility, and other daily needs, always preserving dignity and comfort Use gentle redirection, validation techniques, and positive communication to support participants Help create a calm, structured, and joyful environment that promotes safety and well-being Build relationships with families and work closely with a multidisciplinary team of caregivers, nurses, and activity specialists Qualifications You Are: Passionate about working with older adults and individuals with memory loss Empathetic, patient, and calm under pressure Energetic, creative, and flexible in group and one-on-one settings Comfortable with personal care assistance A dependable team player with a strong sense of purpose
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required and 18 years old
- Ability to lift and assist individuals safely
- Must pass background check, drug screen, and TB/health clearance
- Passionate about working with older adults and individuals with memory loss
- Empathetic, patient, and calm under pressure
- Energetic, creative, and flexible in group and one-on-one settings
- Comfortable with personal care assistance
- A dependable team player with a strong sense of purpose
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in dementia care, senior care, or adult day programs strongly preferred
- CNA or HHA certification a plus, but not required
- CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain upon hire)
Responsibilities
- Facilitate engaging, dementia-friendly activities such as music therapy, art projects, reminiscence groups, sensory stimulation, and guided movement
- Provide hands-on assistance with meals, toileting, mobility, and other daily needs, always preserving dignity and comfort
- Use gentle redirection, validation techniques, and positive communication to support participants
- Help create a calm, structured, and joyful environment that promotes safety and well-being
- Build relationships with families and work closely with a multidisciplinary team of caregivers, nurses, and activity specialists
Benefits
- Be part of a mission-driven team changing lives through compassionate memory care
- Enjoy rewarding, meaningful work where you see the impact every day
- Access to specialized dementia care training and continuing education
- Balanced work hours—no nights or weekends (varies by program)
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- A respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
