Program Assistant (PCA/Activities) - part time

Program Assistant - part-time 25 hours per week 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. Requirements References required and verification of past employment history.

• 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