Program Assistant

Position Program Assistant Location Cincinnati, OH Pay Range $15 - $21 per hour Who Are We? Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati (JFS) is committed to hiring incredible people to do remarkable work. Our mission is to strengthen lives and enhance our diverse community by providing exceptional and transformational human services. Guided by Jewish values, we strive for a community where everyone lives with dignity, security, and hope. We value a diverse workforce and do not require applicants to be Jewish. We only care about abilities, knowledge, competencies, and compassion. JFS serves all individuals and provides equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, immigration status, hair type, or any other protected status covered by federal, state, or local law. Position Summary Join our growing Adult Day Team as a Program Assistant. You will support older adults with cognitive changes and their caregivers. Your duties will include working with a Programming Specialist, assisting older adults individually and in groups, and helping plan and implement programming. More About the Role A typical day involves preparing the space at the start of the day, assembling needed materials, ensuring the center’s safety and security, leading programs, cleaning and disinfecting the space throughout the day, completing clerical tasks as assigned, and assisting participants with activities of daily living. Qualifications Creative and flexible approach to working with people Knowledge of dementia and related diseases Compassionate and patient heart Desire to bring out the best in people Respect for older adults Team approach to work Benefits Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati offers a professional, friendly, and fun work environment along with compelling benefits: Paid holidays: national and Jewish holidays every year based on days worked 401(k) with match Generous vacation and sick time; prorated based on scheduled hours Discount on individual membership at the Mayerson JCC Free onsite parking *Some benefits require a minimum number of work hours per week or eligibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr