What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem, Day Program Activities Assistant position at Vinfen?
Job Title: Per Diem Day Program Activities Assistant
Company: Vinfen
Location: Rockland, MA
Pay: $17.50 - 22.50 per hour
Schedule: Per Diem, 8AM - 4PM (Per Diem Day Program positions allow you to pick up weekday shifts in any of our day programs Monday through Friday between 8 am - 4pm)
Position Overview: As a Per Diem Day Program Activities Assistant, you will provide per diem direct care and instruction to support adults with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges to achieve goals, overcome barriers, and build life skills in a Day Program or Day Habilitation setting.
In contrast to a traditional classroom setting, Day Programs serve as engaging professional care settings in which individuals can receive direct care, individualized therapeutic services and health services all while socializing with their peers for a part of the day.
Responsibilities: On a typical day, you may assist a small group of individuals at a time with varying levels of need through direct care and facilitation of rehabilitative activities.
Your work may focus on developmental skill training in self care, self-direction, independent living skills, maintaining hygiene, toileting or first aid. You may also work with individuals on improving communication, socialization, fine-and-gross motor skills, and providing enrichment through activities based around art, music, and horticulture.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED required. A bachelor's degree in Psychology, Human Services, Special Education or related field preferred but not required.
- Previous experience working with similar population.
- Strong time management, organizational and writing skills.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment, Safety Care certified within 90 days of employment. Certification trainings are offered through Vinfen upon hire.
- Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, and national fingerprinting background check.
Why Join Vinfen
- Competitive pay and consistent schedule
- Career growth in nonprofit and human services
- Paid training and certification support (CPR, First Aid, MAP)
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community
Pay: $17.50 - $22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Referral program
Experience:
- Residential Counselor or Similar: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement PlanSalary : $18 - $23