Wesley Health Centers - JWCH Institute, Inc. · 4 months ago
Program Aide/Driver- Adult Day Health Care
Lancaster, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expJWCH Institute is dedicated to providing quality health care services, and they are seeking a Program Aide/Driver for their Adult Day Health Care program. The role involves supporting the program staff, managing nutritional aspects, overseeing activities, and ensuring the safety and well-being of participants.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Collaborates with the Program Administrator, Nurse, and Activity Coordinator of ADHC, under the guidance of the Activities Coordinator, and maintains direct reporting to the Director, covering all facets of care
Contributes to the nutritional component of the program by reporting lunch meal quantities, monitoring participant intake, and addressing any eating challenges
Assumes responsibility for the preparation and service of snacks and meals. Program Aides provide assistance to participants when cutting food is required and offer feeding support when necessary
Maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of the kitchen area after meal service
Ensures the verification and documentation of food temperatures upon arrival at the center, maintaining appropriate levels consistently
Offers assistance with various aspects of personal hygiene, aiding the RN in maintaining continence and toileting schedules, and facilitating clothing changes as needed
Participates in the execution and supervision of arts and crafts projects and recreational activities
Manages inventory for all supplies and consumables in the program, encompassing art supplies, personal hygiene materials, paper goods for meals and snacks, as well as snack foods. Notifies the Activity Coordinator of inventory requirements
Contributes to the organization and execution of special events for the ADHC
Assists participants during arrival and departure, ensuring their safe transition to their respective transportation providers
Assumes accountability for program implementation and the safety of all participants
Reports any complaints or concerns related to staff, volunteers, or participants directly to the Program Director
Works in close collaboration with the Nurse and Rehabilitation Staff to implement any maintenance programs
Operates the company van for participant transportation needs, encompassing pick-up and drop-off as necessary
Communicates vehicle maintenance requirements to the Director through the daily “Vehicle Maintenance Log.”
Undertakes marketing tasks as assigned by the Program Director
Participate in JWCH’s customer service training called AIDET on an annual basis
Demonstrate an understanding of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You) to apply in patient encounters or team discussions
Utilize the AIDET communication framework to communicate with patients and team members in a manner that reduces patient anxiety, increases patient compliance, and improves clinical outcomes
Other duties assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of two years' experience working in an adult day care center or a related field
Training in activities for the elderly or certification as a nurse's aide
Maintains a valid California Driver's License
Exhibits familiarity with Safety, Fire, Infection Control, and Mandatory Reporting requirements
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of challenges faced by the frail elderly
Sensitivity toward elderly individuals with impairments and their caregivers
Ability to collaborate effectively with volunteers and other team members, while also taking initiative
Possession of a High School Diploma
Physical capability to consistently lift at least 25 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds
Proficiency in bending, kneeling, squatting, standing, and walking, while being physically capable of both executing required tasks and assisting frail elderly and disabled adults when necessary
Preferred
Certification as a Nurse's Aide or Medical Assistant preferred
Strongly recommended completion of a 36-hour Activity Certificate preferred
Company
Wesley Health Centers - JWCH Institute, Inc.
JWCH provides comprehensive health care services to safety-net populations in Los Angeles. We are the largest provider of care to homeless persons.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Al Ballesteros, MBA
CEO
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