Are you ready to bring your talent and expertise to an innovative non-profit organization providing quality services to the largest growing segment of our population? Do you seek work that is challenging, meaningful, and fun? Does your best day at work include knowing that what you’ve done has made a measurable difference in someone’s life?
About Us: Founded in 1967, the Athens Community Council on Aging is a private, non-Profit organization providing services to older adults and adults with disabilities in 26 counties of Northeast and East Georgia. Through innovative programs and service delivery, ACCA provides opportunities for individuals of all ages and abilities to age and live well.
Our Story: Older adults are the fastest growing segment of our population in Northeast Georgia. Throughout ACCA’s history, we have offered vital services to older adults and adults with disabilities that meet the current and emerging needs of this population. ACCA must respond to the rapidly growing number of individuals in need of services while ensuring that the programs and services we provide remain innovative, relevant and meet the specific needs of older adults in Northeast Georgia.
ACCA is looking for someone caring and dependable to join our Adult Day Health (ADH) team. As a Health and Activity Aide you’ll help our members with personal care, lead fun activities, serve meals, and help to create a safe and happy environment.
Adult Day Health is a day program that supports the needs of older adults who may have physical or cognitive impairments and provides respite for family caregivers.
Our ADH Center is open Monday through Friday, from 7:30 to 6:00. This position does not require working nights or weekends.
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Provide exceptional care to our members.
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Help lead fun and meaningful activities.
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Assist members with personal care, such as eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and walking.
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Help serve meals and snacks and keep track of how much members eat.
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Monitor members’ vital signs and general health and share this information with the nursing staff.
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Help to keep the center clean, safe, and welcoming.
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Keep all participant-related information confidential.
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Work as a member of the ADH team, providing help and coverage as needed.
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We stay busy but like to have fun! A great sense of humor is a must! This position demands comfort with public speaking and a healthy dose of silliness.
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High School diploma or GED. Nursing Assistant Certificate preferred.
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Professional experience working with older people is preferred.
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Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to communicate effectively with clients and caregivers, which may include speaking, hearing, reading, and writing, with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Good speaking and listening skills, and the ability to work with people who may communicate differently due to hearing loss, aphasia, and dementia.
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Able to make sound decisions under pressure, maintain confidentiality, and use good judgment when handling sensitive information.
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Able to work independently, stay focused, and complete tasks efficiently.
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Contribute to a respectful, non-judgmental workplace, and maintain clear boundaries.
We are currently accepting applications and will schedule interviews on a rolling basis.
