What are the responsibilities and job description for the PACE Program | Day Center Staff position at Midland Care Connection, Inc.?
Description
About Midland Care Connection – PACE
Midland Care Connection’s PACE program offers a comprehensive model of care for older adults who are eligible for nursing facility level of care but wish to remain living in their homes and communities.
As part of this program, participants attend a day-center site for nursing, therapies, social activities, meals, transportation and more—it is a team-based, participant-centric environment.
Position Summary
The Center Staff member is a key role within the PACE Day Center in Olathe. This position supports the day-to-day operations of the center and the delivery of high-quality, caring services to participants. The individual will assist with participant check-in and out, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, support day‐center activities and logistics, ensure the environment is safe, welcoming and compliant, and engage in participant support as needed. The role demands a compassionate, organized individual who can multitask in a busy, service-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
Education & Experience:
Interested candidates should apply today! Especially if you're passionate about:
About Midland Care Connection – PACE
Midland Care Connection’s PACE program offers a comprehensive model of care for older adults who are eligible for nursing facility level of care but wish to remain living in their homes and communities.
As part of this program, participants attend a day-center site for nursing, therapies, social activities, meals, transportation and more—it is a team-based, participant-centric environment.
Position Summary
The Center Staff member is a key role within the PACE Day Center in Olathe. This position supports the day-to-day operations of the center and the delivery of high-quality, caring services to participants. The individual will assist with participant check-in and out, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, support day‐center activities and logistics, ensure the environment is safe, welcoming and compliant, and engage in participant support as needed. The role demands a compassionate, organized individual who can multitask in a busy, service-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet participants on arrival; assist with check-in and orientation to daily schedule.
- Support transportation arrival/departure logistics in coordination with drivers (ensuring participants are safe, transfers are handled properly, communication to team when needed).
- Assist participants in moving between the center, therapy, meals, social activities—ensuring dignity, safety and comfort.
- Coordinate with nursing, therapy and social work staff to monitor participant presence, changes, or concerns and report observations appropriately.
- Assist with maintaining the center environment: ensure cleanliness, organization of the space (waiting area, activity rooms, dining, restrooms), replenish supplies, remove hazards.
- Assist in meal service: help set up, serve, cleanup under direction of dining staff or nurse/ADL staff; monitor participant dietary restrictions as noted by team.
- Support activity sessions: help facilitate group/social activities, escort participants to/from activities, assist participants with mobility, seating, or transitions as needed.
- Maintain accurate records: attendance logs, transport logs, incident or change reports, center schedule boards.
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and safety protocols: infection control, emergency preparedness, falls prevention, privacy (HIPAA) and participant rights.
- Assist with orientation of new participants, welcome families, respond to inquiries about the center’s schedule or services.
- Participate in center‐wide team meetings, huddles and trainings; engage in continuous improvement efforts, giving feedback for better participant experience.
- Serve as a back-up in absence of other center staff for basic duties (e.g., front desk, check-out) when needed.
Education & Experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Preferred: Some experience in senior services, adult day care, healthcare support or activity facilitation.
- Experience working with older adults or individuals with physical/cognitive limitations is strongly preferred.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills: compassionate, patient, respectful, and able to relate to older adults and their families.
- Excellent organizational, time-management and multitasking ability; able to shift priorities quickly.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to stand, walk, assist with mobility, push wheelchairs or walkers, help participants transition safely (with training).
- Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with scheduled therapies, meals, social activities and transportation logistics.
- Basic computer skills (e.g., check-in system, electronic logs, email).
- Commitment to upholding participant dignity, independence and safety.
- Valid driver’s license preferred (for occasional escort or support).
- Ability to lift/move up to 25-30 lbs (for assisting participants or equipment) and to assist with participant mobility (with training).
- Must be able to respond to emergencies, assist in evacuations and follow safety protocols.
- Able to pass background check, drug screen, and any credentialing required by the program.
- The role is based primarily inside the day center but may involve moving between rooms, escorting participants outdoors (weather permitting) or to/from vehicles.
- Some standing, walking, bending, assisting participants; moderate physical effort.
- Must maintain professional, friendly presence and respond to participants’ individual needs.
- Exposure to a social, therapeutic, multi‐disciplinary care environment; frequent interaction with older adults with varying health and mobility levels.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and keep them engaged in their communities.
- A mission-driven environment within Midland Care Connection’s PACE model.
- Benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan (403(b)), continuing education, and uniform allowance (based on location) — consistent with other job postings at Midland Care.
- A supportive team culture and professional development opportunities.
Interested candidates should apply today! Especially if you're passionate about:
- Working with older adults or in care support roles.
- Supporting adults with varying mobility, health or cognitive needs.
- Thriving in a fast-paced, participant-centric environment.
- Uphold dignity, independence and respect for older adults.
