ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT/PASSENGER VEHICLE OPERATOR

Recruitment #22-110-3863

Job Description

Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS), a CAPRA accredited agency, is a team of talented professionals, driven by results and customer relationships, and committed to excellence. The effective delivery of programs and community services can provide social, personal, economic, and environmental benefits to last a lifetime. Be a part of something that matters!

PRCS- Creating Community through People, Parks and Programs

PRCS is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Activities Assistant/Passenger Vehicle Operator to join our team at each of the following locations.

• Eastern Loudoun Adult Day Center (ADC) in Ashburn, VA.
• Leesburg Adult Day Center (ADC) in Leesburg, VA.

If you enjoy interacting with the 60+ population, are self-motivated and able to think creatively, then this could be the position you’ve been looking for. Reporting to the ADC Manager, top priorities for this position include leading one-on-one and group activities for cognitively and physically impaired older adults, assisting clients with personal care needs (mealtime, walking, dressing, toileting), and assisting and supporting transportation to/from their homes.

Successful candidates will:
• Be familiar with automated systems
• Strive to exceed expectations, focus on customer service, and foster relationships with positive and effective communication
• Maintain vehicle records and reports

Loudoun County Regular Full-time Employees are eligible for full benefits including but not limited to the following as a part of a total rewards package!

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Annual leave
• Sick leave
• Annual Paid Holidays
• Group Health Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Exceptional Performance Recognition
• Credit Union Membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job Requirements

  • Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma; one (1) year of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience  
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Hold a valid Commercial Driver's License or obtain license within 6 months of hire
 
 
Salary Commensurate with Experience  

Special Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Six months experience (activities/personal care) with seniors or special needs population
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
• Certification in First Aid and CPR
• Current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class C, Passenger Endorsement

Post Conditional Offer Contingencies

Successful candidate will:

  • Undergo criminal background and DMV record checks
  • Will provide negative TB test taken within 30 days of hire
  • Will have and maintain a valid driver's license and will undergo a DMV check annually
  • Will have or obtain a CDL learner's permit within 3 months and license within 6 months of hire
  • Complete 40-hour PCA (Personal Care Assistant) course within 60 days of hire
  • Complete certification in First Aid and CPR must be within 90 days of hire
  • Will comply with the Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing Program as outlined by Loudoun County's Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing Policy for Transportation Employees
  • Undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol screening required