Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of others? St. Joseph’s Center with a history of over 130 years of helping and supporting others in our community is looking for Program Assistants. Program Assistants help individuals with special needs at our Adult Day Program complete fun activities and become active participants in the community. Caring and compassionate people can share talents and skills and have a chance to build lifelong relationships that are both rewarding and fulfilling.
This position is Full Time or Part Time. No Weekends or Holidays. Must have a valid driver's license.
Access to 24 hour No Cost Telehealth for employee and dependents
Company paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Work / Life Balance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Attendance bonus incentive
Growth and Support
401-K with company contribution and match
Employee referral bonus
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Ladder Program to earn national certification
Employee Assistance Program:
Counseling services
Legal and Financial services
Child/Elder care resources
Discount Programs with national and local companies
Paid training
Program Assistant Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for ensuring a safe environment for program participants and staff.
Assists in meeting the needs of the individual participants.
Assists in maintaining daily data collection on the programs and activities therein.
Responsible for maintaining an active and age appropriate program environment.
Assists in meeting the personal, developmental and therapeutic needs of individual participants (changing, feeding, positioning).
Participates in community based activities with the program participants on a rotating basis.
Is responsible for keeping their program area clean, organized, and safe at all times.
Demonstrates knowledge of 2380 regulations as well as ADP and St. Joseph’s policies and procedures.
Interacts with each program participant in a manner, which assures respect, dignity, privacy and human rights.
Education And/or Experience
Must be 18 years of age or older
High School Diploma or GED
2 years experience working with persons with disabilities preferred, but not required
Valid PA Driver’s License preferred but not required
Non-Discrimination Policy
St. Joseph’s Center is an equal opportunity employer and provider of services and referrals to clients without regard to race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation or limited English proficiency.
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
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Administrative
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