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Program Assistant(s) at The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services

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Program Assistant - part-time (approx 10-30 hrs/week) Nutrition/Dietary and/or Activities Part-time and per diem positions available. May be assigned to nutrition services or activities.

Entry-level candidates with a sincere interest in working with elders and adults with disabilities are welcomed.

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 a variety of tasks related to the overall care of participants and supportive operation of the program:

-Assists with meal and snack service (plating, serving, etc)

-Helps participants with activities

-Helps participants with exercise

-May assist with personal care (depending on experience) - toileting, showering, and other activities of daily living.

-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: Variable based on availability, Monday-Friday, days (regular business hours). No weekends or evenings; we are closed major holidays.

Rate of pay: $17+ per hour depending on experience

References required and verification of past employment history.

Requirements

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

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