Easterseals Western and Central Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization providing programs and services to individuals with disabilities and other special needs. We are looking to hire a dynamic Direct Care Worker to work at the Easterseals Adult Day Services located in the Uptown section of Pittsburgh, PA.
This is full-time position, working 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. A great benefit package is offered. There is no evening, holiday or weekend work with this position!!
As a Direct Care Worker, you will be responsible for providing a friendly and stimulating environment for those adults attending our day program. Responsibilities will also include assisting with: food and nutrition (including set-up, feeding and clean-up), personal care, planning the monthly activity calendar, documenting care plans.
- The Program Assistant is required to have one of the following:
- High School Diploma/GED or
- One+ year experience working with individuals in a health care or social services setting;
- Current First Aid and CPR training preferred.
- A valid PA Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record required.
- Acceptable Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Clearance required.
- Department of Aging FBI Clearance required if not a continuous resident of PA for three years prior to employment with Easterseals.
- Passing of physical examination and TB required.