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Family Service Association - Fall River CNA Student Program Aide Internship in Fall River, Massachusetts
*Paid Internship for students that are actively enrolled in a CNA certification program*
Job Summary :
The Adult Day Health Program Aide intern shall assist the RN, Activity Director and Program Coordinator with the day-to-day implementation of the goals and therapeutic activities set forth by the programs daily operation. We are open 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Maintain individual participant records to include program notes and daily activity logs as assigned.
Observe, report, and document participant status and care and services provided.
Assist with basic nursing care, including:
Reporting all changes in body functions
Obtaining and recording vital signs
Assisting with personal care skills and safe participant personal hygiene and grooming.
Assisting with ADL’s with various levels of functioning, including basic restorative nursing
Recognizing, responding to, and reporting basic emergencies, following proper procedures, including the Heimlich Maneuver and CPR.
Assist and encourage participants with opportunities for socialization, education, group interaction and recreation.
Assist in set up, implementation and breakdown of daily scheduled activities. Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment.
Assist with meal procurement, service, and delivery and clean up in accordance with sanitary food preparation and USDA standards.
Assist with the ADL needs of the participants as warranted.
Respond to the reasonable expectations of the Agency and/or supervisors.
Education and Experience:
Must be in a CNA Certification program for the duration of the internship
The Adult Day Health Program Aide Intern requires a high school diploma.
An ability to work with others as part of a team and communicate effectively.
Must be able to pass CORI process.
Must be certified in CPR and First Aide within first 30 days of hire.
Bi-lingual English/Spanish and English/Portuguese speaking applicants are encouraged to apply.
Family Service Association is a comprehensive private, non-profit social service agency dedicated to the development and implementation of services designed to provide strength and support to individuals and families throughout southeastern Massachusetts. Headquartered in Fall River, Family Service Association strives to increase the capacity of individuals and families to cope with the stresses of family life and interpersonal relationships in a positive, productive and health-improving manner. This agency is a leading provider of professional social services in the South Coast region of Massachusetts, with a 130-year tradition of high quality.
Family Service Association is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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