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Full Time Permanent

Erie, Pennsylvania · USA job

Day Program Assistant

Sevita

Erie, Pennsylvania

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Day Program Assistant

Pay: $16/hour

Shift: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8am-4pm

6 months previous experience required (technical, paid or volunteer)

Preliminary Requirements:
  • Proof of valid driver's license held for at least one year with good driving record
  • Ability to attend orientation and training
Make a Difference Every Day
Are you compassionate, patient, and ready to make a meaningful impact in someone's life? This role works with our Recreational Therapist to provide support to our clients and focuses on planning and attending community outings and volunteering opportunities. This role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to follow instructions, and a genuine heart for caring.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist with personal hygiene and physical cares
  • Help transport clients to community outings and volunteer opportunities utilizing company vehicles as needed
  • Support wheelchair assistance and safe transportation
  • Provide companionship and meaningful conversation
  • Ensure overall safety and well-being of clients
  • Use proper lifting and bending techniques to physically support clients
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Six months experience in the human services field (technical, paid or volunteer)
  • Valid, non-probationary driver's license with no restrictions or provisions
  • Successful background check clearance
  • Caring attitude and dedication to supporting others
  • Ability and willingness to safely bend and lift to assist clients
Why Join Us?
  • Full-time
  • Paid Time Off and health benefits for employees working 32+ hours/week
  • Paid training, holiday pay, and mileage reimbursement
  • Opportunities for career development and advancement
  • Supportive, team-oriented work environment
  • Dynamic workdays where every day is different
  • Job security thanks to stable federal and state funding
Join a team that values your contributions and gives you the chance to truly make a difference.

Ready to apply? We'd love to hear from you!

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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