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MENTOR Adult Day Health, a member of the Sevita family, provides day programs for elders with complex medical or rehabilitative needs. This allows seniors to obtain quality healthcare while remaining active and involved in the community and continuing to live in their own homes. Our programs are staffed with qualified, experienced licensed nurses and caregivers who are trained to provide individual assistance to each person we serve.

Program Assistant – Adult Day

Pay Rate: $16 per hour

Company: Sevita

Would you like to work in a rewarding environment with fantastic co-workers? This position is for you! Join Sevita and make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals in our community-based Day Program.

Responsibilities:

+ Provide daily care and support to health-impaired older adults or individuals with brain injuries, intellectual/developmental disabilities, emotional or behavioral disabilities, or mental health diagnoses.

+ Assist with planning and facilitating individual and group activities.

+ Ensure the care, safety, and engagement of individuals through recreational and social programs.

+ Support individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, bathroom assistance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication administration.

+ Provide guidance in building social skills, self-advocacy, and self-esteem.

+ Support independence and participation in daily program activities.

Qualifications:

+ High school diploma or equivalent; must be at least 18 years old.

+ Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably older adults.

+ Physical exam within the past 12 months and current TB test. **We will provide if you do not have this.**

+ Proficient in monitoring vital signs, supporting ADLs, and promoting independence.

+ Certified in CPR and First Aid.

+ Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a compassionate, dependable attitude.

+ **Mandarin-speaking candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.**

Why Join Sevita?

+ $16 per hour starting pay.

+ Flexible schedules: Full-time, Part-time, and Per Diem shifts available.

+ Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.

+ 401(k) with company match.

+ Paid time off and holiday pay.

+ Collaborative, mission-driven work environment with a great team.

+ Career development and advancement opportunities nationwide.

We have meaningful work that enhances lives—Come join our team at Sevita! Apply Today!

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.

_As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law._