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Program Assistant/CNA
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$34,808 / year median in Wisconsin
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Program Assistant/CNA, Part-Time, 1st Shift
Community Care is hiring a Program Assistant/CNA to join our team. This rewarding opportunity is perfect for someone who enjoys team collaboration, being part of a mission driven organization and who shares our mission to help elderly individuals and adults with physical and intellectual disabilities continue to live as independently as possible in the community. This position is a part-time 24 hours a week for our Home Care department and our Waukesha location.
Program Assistant/CNA Job Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the assigned Day Center Supervisor or designee, is responsible for providing various care and services necessary for attending to the personal needs, recreational needs, support, and health status of Day Center attendees. This position has a huge focus on recreation and the program assistant will be running recreation activities. Personal Care & Restorative ServicesStays informed of member care plans and provides restorative and personal care and services as outlined on the plan of care. Member CareStays informed of member care plans, updates team on members including physical, emotional or behavioral changes, and recommends changes Recreation Programming
- AssistantLeads and supervises group and individual activities, projects, and special events under the direction of the Recreation Specialists and/or designated supervisor.
Assists in daily clean up of the recreation areas. Restorative ProgramsDelivers written restorative programs, including leading therapeutic exercise groups, and completes related documentation.
Home CareResponsible for providing various care services necessary for attending to the personal needs, support and health status of Community Care program members in the home environment. Local Travel to Members' HomesOccasional or regular travel to members' homes or other residential facilities requiring use of personal vehicle, valid driver's license, and proof of required insurance coverage.
Program Assistant/CNA Job Requirements:
Required
- A minimum of 1 year experience providing care or services for frail elderly and individuals with physical or developmental disabilities.
- Wisconsin Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing on registry
- CPR & AED Preferred
- Experience working with individuals with dementia.
Education - High School Diploma required, GED may be substituted for
High School DiplomaLicensure:
WI Driver License Required
Program Assistant/CNA Job Schedule:
T-W-Th 8am-4:30 or M-F 9am-2pm or 10am-3pm
About Community Care
Community Care is a local nonprofit with more than 40 years of experience helping older adults and adults with disabilities live as independently as possible within the community. We coordinate and deliver a full range of supportive services that help more than 13,000 Wisconsin residents live safely, confidently, and with dignity. We are Wisconsin-based with local offices supporting each of the 15 counties we serve. Our dedicated team works with members to develop care plans to meet their health and social needs Together with our community partners, we re committed to providing compassionate, personalized care that empowers members to live a healthy and independent lifestyle.
Compensation and Benefits:
Our employees make a real difference in people s lives every day, that is why we are proud to offer a compensation package that includes: Generous, paid time off Competitive pay and benefits (health, dental, vision, etc.) Flexible benefits plan Employee referral program Coworkers care program Retirement plan with employer contribution Employee Assistance Program Community Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance