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Lifesteps, Inc.

Day Program Associate

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Beaver, PA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$37,936 / year median in Pennsylvania

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Lifesteps is hiring a Day Program Aide to work at the Adult Training Facility in Beaver, PA. Lifesteps is a non-profit, human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for over 100 years by helping individuals and families with life's changing needs . The Agency provides programs and services to help those with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this is the right opportunity for you. Day Program Aides - Part-time - Monday through Friday

NO EVENINGS, WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Have fun while you work and bring joy into the lives of program participants! The Disability Services Day Program Aide is responsible for assisting special needs adults with activities such as basic life skills, community participation, transportation, vocational skills, crafts and fun activities. Staff observe and report on the accomplishments of the adult participants, while maintaining a safe and clean environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

High School Diploma/GED Current driver s license with the ability to travel utilizing an Agency vehicle Obtain and maintain certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) - provided by Lifesteps First aid and CPR certification or the ability to obtain and maintain within six (6) months - provided by

Lifesteps Preferred:

One year experience working with individuals with disabilities in the human services field, like direct care, home health aide, personal care attendant, TSS, etc. Associates or bachelor s degree in Special Education, Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, Recreational Therapy, Health Education, Nutrition, or any other major Apply Today!

Online:

www.lifesteps.net

Call:

724-283-1010 Lifesteps - Where Rewarding Opportunities Start! EOE/ADA Lifesteps is a

Drug-free Workplace Part-Time:

Schedule Varies