What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Assistant, M-F 7a-2p position at Dependable?
Description
Program Assistant, Lead Direct Support Professional
Full-Time| Non- Exempt
Join our compassionate team to empower individuals with diverse abilities. As a Program Assistant, you'll support daily operations and person-centered care in a dynamic residential setting. Collaborate with a Designated Coordinator to manage schedules, healthcare, finances, and activities that enhance well-being. This role offers growth potential to transition into leadership roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate healthcare appointments and medication management
- Lead staff training and assist with meetings
- Oversee meal planning, budgeting, and household maintenance
- Ensure compliance with state licensing requirements
- Provide active treatment services and document individual progress
Schedule, Location, Pay: Full Time, AM Hours
- Sunday
- Monday 7am-2pm
- Tuesday 7am-2pm
- Wednesday 7am-2pm
- Thursday 7am-2pm
- Friday 7am-2pm
- Saturday
Location: New Brighton, MN
Rate of Pay: 21/hour
What We Offer:
- Paid training
- Paid time off
- 401K with company matching
- Health, Dental, Vision
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Bonus Program- $1,000
- Ongoing training and support
- Meaningful work with real impact
Requirements
What You Bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 year experience providing direct care
- Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, strongly preferred
- Driver's License, car insurance, reliable vehicle for work purposes
- Ability to read, write and speak English at a level that meets the performance requirements; or must be able to communicate in the language spoken by the individual at a level that meets the performance requirements; whichever is deemed more important by the company
- Ability to meet licensing requirements of the state and county
- Ability to work in a variety of settings and with a variety of levels of personal care needs without direct supervision.
- Ability to effectively use a calculator, household appliances, smoke alarms, etc. with training.
- Lifting/transferring requirements vary based on assigned caseload. Ability to lift 75 pounds and transfer individuals as needed
- May be exposed to animals, including but not limited to dogs, cats, pet rodents, birds or pet reptiles
