Program Aide (PA)

Personal Care and Daily Living Assistance

• Provide individualized care in accordance with client care plans, including assistance with grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, toileting, feeding, dressing, mobility, and use of prosthetic devices.
• Support clients with communication needs and perform range of motion exercises as directed.
• Maintain skin integrity through proper hygiene, repositioning, and monitoring for signs of pressure injuries or skin breakdown.

Observation, Documentation, and Reporting

• Observe and accurately document changes in clients’ physical condition, behavior, or mood.
• Promptly report significant findings, incidents, or suspected abuse, neglect, or rights violations to the charge nurse or designated personnel, following established policy.
• Record attendance and verify hourly client counts using the BAFI Live Kiosk to ensure accountability.

Safety, Security, and Infection Control

• Follow all infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene, use of gloves, and disposal of soiled materials.
• Safeguard clients’ personal belongings and report any missing items per established procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment by performing light housekeeping and reporting maintenance needs.
• Adhere to all safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure a secure care setting.

Mobility and Transportation Support

• Safely lift, move, and transfer clients using approved body mechanics or assistive devices.
• Assist clients with mobility within the facility and when boarding or exiting BAFI vans, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.

Clinical Support

• Perform delegated clinical tasks under supervision, such as obtaining vital signs, weights, and specimens; applying topical treatments; and emptying urinary catheters.

Teamwork and Professional Conduct

Collaborate effectively with coworkers and supervisors, demonstrating reliability, professionalism, and sound judgment

Personal Care and Daily Living Assistance

• Provide individualized care in accordance with client care plans, including assistance with grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, toileting, feeding, dressing, mobility, and use of prosthetic devices.
• Support clients with communication needs and perform range of motion exercises as directed.
• Maintain skin integrity through proper hygiene, repositioning, and monitoring for signs of pressure injuries or skin breakdown.

Observation, Documentation, and Reporting

• Observe and accurately document changes in clients’ physical condition, behavior, or mood.
• Promptly report significant findings, incidents, or suspected abuse, neglect, or rights violations to the charge nurse or designated personnel, following established policy.
• Record attendance and verify hourly client counts using the BAFI Live Kiosk to ensure accountability.

Safety, Security, and Infection Control

• Follow all infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene, use of gloves, and disposal of soiled materials.
• Safeguard clients’ personal belongings and report any missing items per established procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment by performing light housekeeping and reporting maintenance needs.
• Adhere to all safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure a secure care setting.

Mobility and Transportation Support

• Safely lift, move, and transfer clients using approved body mechanics or assistive devices.
• Assist clients with mobility within the facility and when boarding or exiting BAFI vans, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.

Clinical Support

• Perform delegated clinical tasks under supervision, such as obtaining vital signs, weights, and specimens; applying topical treatments; and emptying urinary catheters.

Teamwork and Professional Conduct

Collaborate effectively with coworkers and supervisors, demonstrating reliability, professionalism, and sound judgment

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Must maintain a current and valid CPR certification.
• Medical clearance from a licensed physician verifying the absence of communicable diseases, a negative TB test, and the physical ability to perform essential job duties.
• Ability to pass a Level 2 background screening.
• Ability to pass required drug testing.

Preferred

Previous experience working with the elderly and/or a medical aide background preferred.