What are the responsibilities and job description for the AWC Program Assistant position at Casa Central?
Seeking a caring, conscientious individual with experience working with older adults preferred. The Adult Wellness Program Assistant will assist in the coordination and monitoring of various, daily programming and operational activities within the center, including meal and transportation coordination, as well as special events. They will also assist with staff coverage, providing direct supervision and care to participants when needed. This position pays $17.74 per hour, and offers medical, vision, dental, paid time off, 401K and other voluntary benefits.
Position Highlights
- Under the direction of the Program Supervisor, coordinates daily transportation for participants to and from the agency and works collaboratively with the agency’s transportation dept. to ensure the safety of all AWC participants.
- Assists the Program Supervisor in the completion and submission of IDOA/MCO critical event reports, according to established IDOA/MCO guidelines.
- Assists the Administrative Assistant in responding to community inquiries and helping to coordinate the intake process. At times, may assist in completing intake with new participants and their families.
- Under the direction of the Program Supervisor, coordinates the ordering and provision of all daily meals/snacks within the program. Also coordinates meals or other items for special events, as needed.
- Serves as a liaison to the MCOs and CCUs; assists in obtaining (plan of care) authorizations from MCOs and CCUs.
- Assists in conducting program tours, if needed.
- If needed, may assist the nurse in calling participants (for well-being checks) who are not attending the center on-site or who have been absent for an extended amount of time.
- Works on other Adhoc tasks as assigned by the Program Supervisor.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Policy: Casa Central requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated by the first day of employment or be fully vaccinated within 60 days of hire date.
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