Adult Day Care Aide

About the role

Gaston Social Services is dedicated to protecting, caring for, and empowering children and adults who are temporarily or permanently unable to care for themselves. The Division of Social Services administers federal, state, and county programs focused on improving the well-being of citizens through daily caring outreach and advocacy. The agency strives to be community-minded and responsive to citizens' needs while assisting welfare recipients in attaining self-sufficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist elderly and disabled individuals with activities of daily living, including eating, drinking, ambulation, toileting, and medication management.
• Monitor participants with mental and physical limitations to protect them from injury.
• Instruct and assist participants in structured recreational and social activities.
• Engage disabled older adults to maximize their mental and physical functioning potential.
• Participate in planning and implementing care plans on a quarterly basis and document participant progress through written reports.
• Review progress and care issues with caregivers as needed.
• Maintain program records in compliance with NC Adult Day Care & Health and Safety Standards and Group Respite requirements.
• Monitor symptoms of ill participants and initiate necessary medical care from healthcare professionals.
• Maintain cleanliness of the center by cleaning up after participants, handling spills, washing dishes, and general upkeep.
• Plan and prepare nutritious snacks and occasional meals to meet dietary needs of Adult Day Care participants.
• Assist with special events such as holiday celebrations, volunteer recognition, and community outreach to promote the program.
• Ensure staffing ratios meet NC Adult Day Care and Day Health Services Standards; notify supervisor of work status to assist in meeting program requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the safety, well-being, and state certification standards of the Adult Day Care center.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalency.
• One (1) year of experience in the provision of adult day care services and/or personal care services to disabled adults.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Additional Qualifications

• Candidate selected must present medical evidence of being free from communicable diseases or conditions after employment offer and prior to employment, as authorized by North Carolina General Statute 131(D) 6 and Section 42(E) of the North Carolina Administrative Code.
• Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant is preferred.
• The selected candidate will need to become certified in CPR and First Aid (training provided).
• Must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.
• If the position requires working with children, the applicant must undergo a fingerprint-based state and national criminal record check conducted by the SBI in accordance with G.S.143B-1209.26.