Program Aide

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The County is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. Telework opportunities are supported where consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include Behavioral Health, Public Health, and Community and Social Services. Their over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.

Health and Human Services Agency’s Community Services Division administers older adult programs for residents 60 years of age and older. These services include Senior Nutrition, Senior Shuttle, Older Adult Day Services, Long-Term Care Ombudsman, and more. In addition to services to seniors, Community Services also administers Veteran Affairs, Animal Services, Public Housing Authority, HEAP & Weatherization programs.

Use your skills and experience to assist the Older Adult community in your area. The Program Aide assists in providing various support activities designed to meet the needs of the senior community including carrying out self-help, personal care assistance and related general activity programs. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Provide personal care assistance and supervision to clients including activities of daily living such as eating, walking, grooming, toileting and personal hygiene.
• Set up and operate recreational and office equipment, such as streaming music and video, PowerPoint programs, online older adult activity content, Wii Gaming systems; lead games, singing and discussions; conduct exercise activities; and interact with participants on an individual basis.
• Carry out activities and projects and oversee tasks performed by volunteers.
• Make recommendations for the development of specific activities based on client need.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports, including client attendance logs.
• Assist with preparation and service of meals and snacks.
• Observe and report early signs of client illness.
• Perform standard office support work, such as typing and filing.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations.

• Experience Requirements: One year of work experience in caring for frail elderly persons and/or individuals with physical, emotional or mental disorders.
• Other Requirements: First Aid and CPR training desirable;
  Able to pass a state-required physical including Tuberculosis test and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

to view the minimum qualifications for Program Aide, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

Submit your application online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, contact Nicholas Jetton in Human Resources ton.

The recruitment process:
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. For more information on the recruitment process, .

Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Program Aide. This recruitment will establish a list for filling current and…