Program Assistant (PCA/Activities) - part time

About the role

The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services) is an Adult Day program serving Windham County, Vermont. We serve adults with a wide range of physical and cognitive abilities. Participants enjoy music, arts, games, exercise, and companionship. This part‑time position is 25 hours per week.

Learn more at gatheringplacevt.org

Responsibilities

• Personal care assistance – toileting, showering, and other activities of daily living
• Medication distribution
• Observe glucometer use
• Take and document vital signs
• Assist with meal and snack service (plating, serving, etc.)
• Help participants with activities
• Help participants with exercise
• Participate with co‑workers in shared tasks: laundry, clean up, putting supplies away, etc.
• Work well as part of a team and be reliable

Requirements

• References required and verification of past employment history
• Experience in activity coordination, personal care assistance, or working with elderly/adults with disabilities preferred

Skills

• Ability to engage and motivate participants in various activities
• Understanding of the physical and cognitive needs of older adults
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Compassionate and patient demeanor
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Ability to lift up to thirty pounds

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• LTD and AD&D coverage at no cost (employee only)
• 403(b) matching after one year of employment
• Waiting period may apply for certain benefits
• Health insurance not offered

Pay

Expected pay range: $18–$20+ per hour

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 10 AM–3 PM (day shift). No weekends or evenings; the program is closed on major holidays.