Program Assistant (Monday- Friday 2pm-10pm) at Dependable

Minnetonka, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Dec, 25

Salary

21.0

Posted On

24 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Direct Care, Staff Management, Reporting, Supervision, Medication Management, Activity Planning, Meal Planning, Housekeeping, Communication, Training, Scheduling, Problem Solving, Flexibility, Decision Making, Team Collaboration, Budget Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Program Assistant, Lead Direct Support Professional Full-Time| Non- Exempt Join our compassionate team to empower individuals with diverse abilities. The Program Assistant provides day-to-day support to Designated Coordinators in terms of operational tasks, staff and program management, reporting, and supervision of services and activities for individuals at a particular site. This role offers growth potential to transition into leadership roles. Key Responsibilities: Conduct on site, staff trainings (such as shadow shift, re-trainings, etc.) for all program and person-related needs as necessary as directed by DC Assist DC with drafting and updating the progress reports for all individuals Assist with semi-annual/annual meeting prep: My Life Packet update, discussing new goals and methods with person(s) and DC Manage health care appointments; scheduling, updating scheduler, updating DC of appointments, and post appointment information Attend and assist the DC with staff meetings Attend the annual meetings for the individuals as needed Weekly check-in with DC to keep them informed of staff-related and site-related issues and work with them to re-train the staff as needed Communicate staff performance or concerns to DC Escalate incidents, serious injuries or workers comp issues to the DC Oversee medication management onsite: (re)ordering medications, SOMs, maintaining backup medication book updates and checks, check in medications when delivered Create and manage the activity plan for the individuals Create and update weekly meal planning in coordination of the person(s) food budget and within dietary needs with the person(s) Create housekeeping and home maintenance plan with person(s) and then coordinate efforts with all site employees to perform; basic house cleaning schedule, laundry, and purchasing of groceries and household supplies Weekly reconciliation of the individual and program funds Schedule, Location, Pay: M-F, Full Time Hours Monday 2p-10p Tuesday 2p-10p Wednesday 2p-10p Thursday 2p-10p Friday 2p-10p Location: Minnetonka, MN Rate of Pay: $21/hour What We Offer: Paid training Paid time off 401K with company matching Health, Dental, Vision Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Referral Bonus Program- $1,000 Ongoing training and support Meaningful work with real impact Requirements What You Bring: High school diploma or equivalent 1 year experience providing direct care Possess and maintains a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle and maintains necessary insurance coverage Ability to read, write and speak English at a level that meets the performance requirements Ability to effectively use a computer and software, calculator, household appliances, etc. Ability to work independently with minimal instruction and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Ability to maintain good employee relations and morale Ability to follow daily routines while allowing for flexibility and planning creative alternatives Ability to work and adapt to a variety of settings

Responsibilities

The Program Assistant provides day-to-day support to Designated Coordinators in operational tasks, staff and program management, and supervision of services for individuals at a site. This role includes conducting staff trainings, managing healthcare appointments, and overseeing medication management.