Program Assistant

Location :   McKeesport, PA

Schedule : Mon.-Fri., 7 : 30am-4pm; plus 8 weekend hours per month

Salary : $15.50 and up per hour (more based on verifiable caregiving experience) DAILY PAY AVAILABLE!!

Summary : Aides are responsible for providing assistance to elderly participants with activities of daily living, recreational activities and performing personal care services in our Adult Day Center and, as needed, their place of residence.

Required Education :   High school diploma or GED

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.

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 to our full-time employees, including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life insurance, 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.