Per Diem Day Program Activities Assistant

About the role

Vinfen is a nonprofit organization that provides community-based services to individuals with various needs. Founded in 1977, Vinfen promotes recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination for the people they serve.

Responsibilities

• Aid in developing, implementing, and documenting individual treatment support plans.
• Assist with daily tasks including (re)habilitative interventions, behavioral interventions, and monitoring.
• Monitor progress and provide transportation as needed.
• Assist in scheduling appointments and provide crisis intervention as necessary.
• Document interventions and provide role model behaviors.
• Oversee and participate in the daily living and cleaning of the program site.
• Ensure program site safety and maintenance.
• Store, administer, document, and dispose of medication according to MAP requirements and company policy.
• Complete various paperwork and logs including communication logs, community membership logs, chore schedules, timesheets, and application forms.
• Provide relief pool coordinator or HR staff with current contact information.

Requirements

• One to three months experience in a human services setting (or substitute for academic training).
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driver’s screening background check.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper techniques or a two-person lift.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.
• Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living.
• Ability to speak, hear, and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• First Aid certification within two weeks of hire.
• CPR certification within two weeks of hire.
• Safety Care certification within 90 days of hire.