• Are you looking to be a part of a great team that provides enrichment to our community of adults through a variety of meaningful and engaging activities?
• Do you enjoy interacting with aging adults and adults with disabilities?
• Would you appreciate working for a nationally recognized nonprofit that has been around for 100 years, and has been in Washington state for 75 years?

If so, apply to our Program Assistant role at Gateway Adult Services.

Your Role: The Program Assistant’s primary responsibilities fall under the areas of Program Services, Group Facilitation, and Care Plan Management. As such, you will be interacting with a broad range of individuals throughout the day including program participants, family members/care givers, specialized therapists, program RNs/LPNs, other coworkers, and supervisors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to)

• Program Services – Assist staff and participants during activities, meals/snacks, and when participants are physically standing, walking, or transferring, following the guidance provided by Gateway occupational therapists and/or nurses for such activities.
• Group Facilitation – Design, schedule, and supervise a variety of meaningful and appropriate group activities incorporating games, crafts, reading, music, and prescribed exercises.
• Care Plan Management – Assist in care plan development, maintain clear notes on participants’ progress, and adhere to HIPPA guidelines to maintain privacy on all participants’ health and care needs.

Needed Attributes: This position requires individuals that are skilled in both communication and listening.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior experience working in health care, aging services, and/or services for people with disabilities (preferred)
• Flexible schedule of availability
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit proof of vaccination(s)
• Must pass DSHS background check and remain in compliance
• Must complete/obtain trainings required as CPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), Food handler's Permit

Job type: Full-Time/Part Time

Pay: $16:50-17.00/hr

To apply, please submit your resume for consideration.

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Benefits: All Staff qualify for Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits with_ a 75% employer contributiontoward premiums, accrue Paid Sick Leave (1 hour/40 hours worked), 403b Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution, Retention Bonuses starting at 2 years, Tuition Reimbursement, Discounted Childcare at our centers, and the option to enroll in a Transportation and/or Health FSA, and Aflac. _
Staff working 35 hours/week also receive 11 Paid Holidays and accrue 2 weeks Paid Vacation.

Easterseals Washington’s Gateway Adult Services provides a place for adults who benefit from supervision and assistance in activities of daily living, a place to spend their days interacting with other participants and staff. Gateway is also a resource to family and caregivers of participants by offering training, counseling and other support. To learn more visit https://www.easterseals.com/washington/

Easterseals Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Inclusion and diversity are ingrained in who we are. We are committed to a culture that is unconditionally inclusive, and in return ask that our employees contribute all their differing perspectives, ideas and experiences for one common purpose: to enhance the way people live, work, and play

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bremerton, WA 98310: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• working with the elderly and people with disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (written and spoken) (Preferred)

Work Location: One location