Eldercare Activity Program Specialist

Open Positions: Program Specialists (aka Eldercare Activity Program Specialist)

Employment type: Full-time, part-time and on-call positions available

Hourly Rate: Starting at $19 $23/hr.

 NO WEEKENDS and NO NIGHTS! Get off early most Fridays!
Hours range from 8a-4:30p Monday-Thursday. Friday’s hours range from 8a-2:30p.

Work location: Montecito

Comprehensive Benefit Package:

• 13 paid Holidays

• Generous Vacation time

• Health Insurance at 30 plus hours

• Dental Plan

• Sick time

• Employer matching 403b retirement plan.

We are searching for compassionate full-time, part-time, and on-call Program Specialists to work with our participants in an adult day care setting which serves the aging population and their families. We specialize in serving aging adults including

people with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other cognitive impairments. We also serve people with physical and intellectual disabilities. We specialize in person centered care

and practice the Best FriendsTM approach to serving our participants. And…YOU get paid to have fun and spread the joy with our participants!

Our ideal Program Specialist will enjoy working with older adults, have a positive attitude, have effective communication skills, be a good listener, and have the ability to take initiative. Program Specialists should be able to work independently and be a team

player. We are looking for candidates that are willing to pitch in and help all members of our team succeed.

Duties include:

• Assist in developing, planning and leading program activities for individuals as well as groups.

• Perform a variety of functions related to the overall operation of our center including, but not limited to; assisting with food service, classroom activities, excursions, participant personal care, special events, following CCL guidelines, basic maintenance, and cleaning following COVID-19 protocol.

Requirements include: (must currently have or must acquire within first 30 days of employment):

First Aid and CPR, a physical exam, a TB clearance, a clean driving

record with a valid driver’s license and insurance, and a criminal record clearance.

Experience working with elders or people with disabilities is desirable. Experience in teaching or instruction is desirable! We will also consider positive people that are willing to learn! COVID-19 considerations: COVID-19 protocols are in place to protect our

members and our staff.

Learn more about us at friendshipcentersb.org