Aides - Program Assistant

Active Day•Charleston, SC

28d

About The Position

Active Day is hiring Program Assistants, also described as PCA or Activities Assistants, to provide care and assistance to members. The role supports members with activities, personal and medical care, meals, and social activities both on and off site. Program Assistants help create a warm, welcoming environment while ensuring members are safe, happy, and well. Program Assistants participate in planning and facilitating individual and group therapeutic recreational programs that meet members’ needs and interests. They assist with activities of daily living as needed, serve meals and snacks, and help maintain a clean, orderly, and uplifting environment. Team members are expected to maintain a positive attitude, be thoughtful, supportive, productive, and dependable, and contribute to the health and happiness of members and those who care for them. Training is provided; prior experience is not required.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is strongly preferred, or a minimum of two years of relevant experience.
Engaging interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
Successful background check and, where applicable, compliance with additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least one-year full-time equivalent experience in a health care setting is preferred.
Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist members with activities of daily living and personal care as needed, including arrival and departure, eating, ambulation, transferring, therapies, and restroom assistance.
Assist in planning and facilitating creative and diverse therapeutic recreational programs and encourage member participation.
Serve meals and snacks, clear tables, and assist with feeding as needed.
Observe members for changes in condition or unusual occurrences and escalate concerns as appropriate.
Maintain program areas, supplies, and equipment by keeping them clean, disinfected, stocked, replenished, and in good working order.
Promote member safety by monitoring activities, maintaining a sanitary and clutter-free environment, and participating in safety training.
Help create and maintain a clean, orderly, bright, and welcoming center.
Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with members and their families, co-workers, referral agencies, and the community.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service educational programs as requested.
Collaborate with the cross-functional team and provide feedback and recommendations to enhance the member experience and achieve center goals and objectives.
Comply with company policies and procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory laws and standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.