What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program & Support Specialist position at Virginia Tech?
Job Description
The Engagement Center for Creative Aging is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Program & Support Specialist to join our Adult Day Services program for individuals living with dementia. In this hybrid clinical and administrative role, you will assist with medical tasks, support the smooth operation of the program through various administrative responsibilities and provide direct care to participants. This position is critical in ensuring the well-being of individuals living with dementia, providing them with a safe and supportive environment while maintaining efficient office and healthcare operations.
Required Qualifications
4
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
commensurate with experience
Review Date
February 12, 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance . These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Ila Schepisi at schepisi@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
The Engagement Center for Creative Aging is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Program & Support Specialist to join our Adult Day Services program for individuals living with dementia. In this hybrid clinical and administrative role, you will assist with medical tasks, support the smooth operation of the program through various administrative responsibilities and provide direct care to participants. This position is critical in ensuring the well-being of individuals living with dementia, providing them with a safe and supportive environment while maintaining efficient office and healthcare operations.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certified as a Nursing Assistant preferred or willing to undergo 40 hours of direct care training by our nurse.
- Experience working with individuals with dementia, elderly populations, or in an adult day services program.
- Clinical skills, including experience with vital sign monitoring, and basic first aid.
- Strong understanding of dementia and related cognitive impairments.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with participants, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience with medical office software (EMR systems) and basic office equipment.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive health information with professionalism.
- Compassionate, patient, and adaptable, with a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for individuals living with dementia.
4
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
commensurate with experience
Review Date
February 12, 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance . These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Ila Schepisi at schepisi@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
