Program Assistant (Bilingual Cape Verdean) - Sevita
Boston, MA
About the Job
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 Care
Location: Cape Verdean Adult Day Health Center
Address: 34 Hancock St Dorchester MA 02125
_* Bilingual Required (English / Cape Verdean or Portuguese speaking)_
_* Monday - Friday Schedule_
_* Day Shift / Full time 40 Hours_
_* No Weekends, No Evening, No On-Call_
_* Dayforce Wallet - Work today, get paid tomorrow_
_* Full Benefit Package for FT employees_
_* Bonus Opportunities_
Would you like to work in a rewarding environment with fantastic co-workers? This position is for you! You can make a difference by providing care to the individuals we serve in our community-based Day Program.
_Responsibilities:_
+ Provide assistance in the daily care of health impaired older adults or individuals in our care with brain injuries, intellectual/ developmental disabilities, emotional or behavioral disability or mental diagnosis.
+ Assist with the development and implementation of individual and group activity programs, and responsible for the care, safety, security, and social/recreation activities for the individuals receiving support.
+ Provide guidance with social skills, advocacy and self-esteem and teach strategies to live as independently as possible.
+ Transport to medical appointments, errands, shopping or activities in the community.
_Qualifications:_
+ High school diploma or its equivalent and must be 18 years of age
+ Minimum one year experience in providing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably with older adults
+ Competence in CPR and First Aid
+ Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills to manage relationships
+ A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
_Why Join Us?_
+ Competitive Pay:Compensation and full benefits package for employees working full time, including a 401(k) with a discretionary match potential
+ Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plus 401(k) Retirement Plan
+ Paid Time Off (PTO) – Start accruing on your first day of employment
+ Paid Holidays for full time employees
+ We invest in your professional growth through continuing education, training, and more
+ Supportive relationships with coworkers and supervisors who help you grow and learn
+ Referral Program - Earn $$ for each applicant you refer to the company!
+ Employee Discounts / “Perks At Work” – Discount program available to employee’s, offering online access to more than 30,000 discounts and exclusive offers through Sevita’s vendor relationships
Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.
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._
Program Assistant – Adult Day Care
Location: Cape Verdean Adult Day Health Center
Address: 34 Hancock St Dorchester MA 02125
_* Bilingual Required (English / Cape Verdean or Portuguese speaking)_
_* Monday - Friday Schedule_
_* Day Shift / Full time 40 Hours_
_* No Weekends, No Evening, No On-Call_
_* Dayforce Wallet - Work today, get paid tomorrow_
_* Full Benefit Package for FT employees_
_* Bonus Opportunities_
Would you like to work in a rewarding environment with fantastic co-workers? This position is for you! You can make a difference by providing care to the individuals we serve in our community-based Day Program.
_Responsibilities:_
+ Provide assistance in the daily care of health impaired older adults or individuals in our care with brain injuries, intellectual/ developmental disabilities, emotional or behavioral disability or mental diagnosis.
+ Assist with the development and implementation of individual and group activity programs, and responsible for the care, safety, security, and social/recreation activities for the individuals receiving support.
+ Provide guidance with social skills, advocacy and self-esteem and teach strategies to live as independently as possible.
+ Transport to medical appointments, errands, shopping or activities in the community.
_Qualifications:_
+ High school diploma or its equivalent and must be 18 years of age
+ Minimum one year experience in providing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably with older adults
+ Competence in CPR and First Aid
+ Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills to manage relationships
+ A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
_Why Join Us?_
+ Competitive Pay:Compensation and full benefits package for employees working full time, including a 401(k) with a discretionary match potential
+ Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plus 401(k) Retirement Plan
+ Paid Time Off (PTO) – Start accruing on your first day of employment
+ Paid Holidays for full time employees
+ We invest in your professional growth through continuing education, training, and more
+ Supportive relationships with coworkers and supervisors who help you grow and learn
+ Referral Program - Earn $$ for each applicant you refer to the company!
+ Employee Discounts / “Perks At Work” – Discount program available to employee’s, offering online access to more than 30,000 discounts and exclusive offers through Sevita’s vendor relationships
Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.
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._
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