Adult Day Care Support Staff
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Elite Home Health Care
Syracuse, NY, US
Summary
Facilitate engaging activities and provide emotional support to adult day care participants. Ensure client safety and maintain a clean, organized environment within the center.
Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Adult Day Care Support Staff. As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting clients that attend our day care program. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to promoting the well-being and independence of our clients.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Facilitate and engage participants in activities such as arts and crafts, games, music, and exercise programs, and other activities that are of interest.
- Offer companionship and emotional support to participants, fostering a warm and welcoming environment where they feel valued and respected.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of participants, closely monitoring their behavior and physical condition, and promptly addressing any concerns or emergencies.
- Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment within the day care center, including cleaning and sanitizing common areas and equipment.
- Communicate effectively with participants, their families, and other members of the care team to provide updates on participant progress, needs, and concerns.
Qualifications and Skills:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- PCA or equivalent preferred
- Previous experience working with older adults, individuals with disabilities, or in a similar caregiving role preferred.
- Compassionate and patient demeanor with a genuine desire to help others.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Physical stamina and the ability to assist participants with mobility and physical tasks.
- First aid and CPR certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
- Background check and clearance required.
Work Environment:
- On-site
Pay Range: The hiring range for this position is $16.00-$18.00/hour. Various factors will determine final compensation such as a candidate’s years of relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and location.
EHCOFF
HouseWorks, LLC and its Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
Elite Home Health Care is a licensed Home Care Agency providing homecare service in the New York Metropolitan area. Our professional services primarily focus on Personal Care Aides and Home Health Aides with the support of Skilled Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech/Language Therapy, Medical Social Work, Homemaker and Housekeepers.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Brooklyn, New York
Elite Home Health Care is a licensed Home Care Agency providing homecare service in the New York Metropolitan area. Our professional services primarily focus on Personal Care Aides and Home Health Aides with the support of Skilled Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech/Language Therapy, Medical Social Work, Homemaker and Housekeepers.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Brooklyn, New York