Eliza Jennings, a nationally recognized leader in person-centered care, is seeking a full-time Program Assistant/Driver , at its Acacia Place Adult Day Care Center, located on the Westside of Cleveland.
The schedule for this available position will vary Monday through Friday 8:00am - 4:30am.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Meet, greet, assist, and transport participants.
- Address needs of clients and wheel chair bound participants.
- Comply with related local, state, and federal regulations.
- Oversee and implement safety and security of participants.
- Perform general vehicle maintenance such as refueling, oil checks, window washer fluid replacement and general cleaning; check vehicle regularly for damage.
Requirements include:
- Valid Driver’s License in the State of Ohio with clear driving record.
- Working in a similar capacity in a Senior Living setting
- Knowledge and experience in working with elderly required
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent Customer service skills.
- In-depth interpersonal skills: demonstrated trust, integrity, compassion and ability to effectively deal with all types of people.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
We welcome the opportunity to meet you and discuss your interest in joining our team of professionals.
VISION (What we aspire to)
Make aging the experience of a lifetime!
MISSION (How we operate)
We affirm the dignity and individual worth of older adults and their right to attain the highest possible quality of life. We strive to nurture and sustain their physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual health. We are committed to having a community in which every member is equally respected, valued, and empowered
Skills Required
- Valid Ohio driver's license with a clear driving record
- Experience working in a similar capacity in a senior living setting
- Knowledge and experience working with elderly individuals
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, including trust, integrity, compassion, and ability to work effectively with diverse people
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
What We Do
Eliza Jennings is a nonprofit organization that offers a range of services for today’s older adults. We are one of the largest aging services organizations on the West Side of Cleveland. The Eliza Jennings legacy began in 1888 with the philanthropy of our benefactress, Eliza Wallace Jennings, who intended to care for women of need. Eliza’s legacy of philanthropy and concern for older adults lives today, more than 125 years later, as a cornerstone of our organization and in our mission to serve older adults. With over 90 years of collective experience on our board of trustees, Eliza Jennings’ leadership brings extensive expertise in aging services and understanding to its role and responsibilities as a nonprofit organization. Eliza Jennings is proud to be a multiple-year recipient of the NorthCoast 99 Award, honoring us as one of the 99 great workplaces for top talent in Northeast Ohio. Mission We affirm the dignity and individual worth of older adults and their right to attain the highest possible quality of life. We strive to nurture and sustain their physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual health. We are committed to having a community in which every member is equally respected, valued and empowered.
