Program Aide Milestone Centers Riverside

Responsibilities

• Assists the program team in implementing program plans
• Provides personal care assistance to clients
• Acts as a valuable team member supporting assigned ratios
• Demonstrates and reflects a commitment to the mission and values of Milestone
• Utilizes Sanctuary Model’s shared values, the Seven Commitments and tools to conduct daily tasks
• Aids in the design and implementation of group and individual instruction
• Collects and implements data for individual assessments, outcomes, and goals
• Directly supervises program participants at required ratios during scheduled work hours
• Executes SEEP, Restrictive Procedure Plans, and Behavior Plans
• Provides behavioral supports and personal assistance, including lifts and transfers
• Completes all required paperwork within assigned timeframes
• Promotes skill growth and independence of clients
• Acts as a role model for positive client behavior
• Identifies and maintains community involvement activities for clients
• Transports clients by vehicle (PA driver licensed staff only)
• Maintains and organizes the work area
• Addresses clients’ unmet safety or welfare needs
• Performs relevant and reasonable work assigned by the Director
• Maintains a safe/healthy environment
• Participates in meetings/trainings as assigned by Supervisor
• Assists in training and mentoring new staff

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and one year of experience working directly with persons with disabilities or in another care-giving role
• Valid PA driver’s license, if transporting
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Reports results
• Act 33 and Act 34 clearance
• CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration (trained staff only)
• 24-hour training per year