Community Program Assistant Jobs in Niantic, CT (NOW HIRING)

Description

UCFS strives to use person-centered care to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our community. Share in our vision of being Eastern CT's best choice for patient-centered healthcare!

We are currently seeking a Program Aide and Van Driver who will assist groups of seniors with program activities and provide personal care to clients. They will also provide transportation services for the seniors of the Adult Day Center.

Expected Schedule: Full-Time, 35 hours/week; Monday through Friday, 8:00am- 4:30pm

Outline of Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Participates in and leads program activities at the center, such as exercise, activity set up and clean up, instructing clients in arts and crafts, group and individual games, and other special projects.
• Ensures client participation and ensures safety. 
• Provides van transportation for adult day center clients in accordance with policy and procedures established for the operation of center vehicles. 
• Assists with personal care needs of clients such as transfer, toileting, clothing changes, and showering. 
• Demonstrates quality customer service by respecting client's rights, respectful communication, demonstrating an understanding of the physical, emotional and developmental needs of the client and proper ways to work with the population served. 
• Treats co-workers, clients and visitors respectfully, courteously and professionally, addressing conflict and disagreement in a positive and respectful manner.

Why UCFS?

Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference for our clients and community. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more. If you are committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school degree or equivalent 
• 2 years of experience working with or supporting seniors 

Minimum Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must be eligible for Public Service License to operate passenger van
• HHA/CNA certificate preferred

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Ability to travel 50% within a UCFS-owned passenger van 
• Basic computer skills for emails and trainings 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Receptivity to feedback
• Ability to take direction 
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Physical ability to provide mobility assistance 
• Fluency in English language

UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid time off including 3 weeks' vacation, 4 floating holidays and 10 sick days each year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
• Paid life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

UCFS is strongly committed to a workplace environment that respects, appreciates and values employee differences and similarities.  By providing and supporting an enriching work culture, UCFS will continue to better serve our communities and provide quality patient, client, and resident care and services. UCFS is an employment at-will organization and an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, and genetic information or disability, as defined and required by applicable state and federal laws. Additionally, UCFS prohibits retaliation against an applicant or employee because they have engaged in protected activity under the statutes prohibiting discrimination in the workplace.