Overview
We are seeking Program Aides to join our team in providing compassionate, hands-on support to severely and profoundly developmentally disabled adults in a structured day program environment.
Position Responsibilities
Program Aides work as part of a small group team, typically supporting three clients, and assist individuals with daily activities designed to promote independence, participation, socialization, and quality of life.
Responsibilities include:
* Assisting clients with self-help and daily living skills according to their individual abilities and program plans.
* Providing support with personal grooming and hygiene.
* Participating in and facilitating adapted recreational games, sensory activities, and structured group activities.
* Assisting clients with arts and crafts, music, and other creative activities.
* Supporting and accompanying clients on community outings and recreational activities.
* Assisting assigned clients with feeding and meal-time routines, including following individual dietary and feeding instructions.
* Assisting clients with toileting and personal care according to their individual schedules and needs.
* Providing close supervision and maintaining a safe, clean, respectful, and supportive environment.
* Following established health, safety, infection-control, and emergency procedures.
* Working cooperatively with other Program Aides, supervisors, and professional staff to meet each client's individual needs.
* Maintaining a patient, respectful, and person-centered approach while encouraging clients to participate to the fullest extent of their abilities.
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
