You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated Program Assistant to support participants in a day program setting with daily living and job-related tasks using adaptive tools and technology. The role involves encouraging participation in activities, assisting with personal care needs for adults on the Autism Disorder Spectrum, creating adaptive materials, and ensuring a safe, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support participants with daily living and job-related tasks using adaptive tools and technology
• Encourage and model participation in group and individual activities
• Assist with personal care needs such as restroom use, handwashing, and feeding as needed
• Create and use schedules, communication boards, and other adaptive materials
• Support clients during structured and unstructured activities to promote meaningful engagement
• Monitor both individual and group needs to ensure a safe, supportive environment
• Use de-escalation techniques such as offering choices or breaks when participants become dysregulated
• Escort participants safely to and from program locations or activities
• Help maintain a clean, comfortable, and hazard-free program space
• Assist activity leaders with engaging participants and cleaning up after activities
• Share ideas and feedback to help improve program activities and curriculum

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a caregiving or supportive services setting
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team
• Experience supporting individuals who are non-verbal or have limited verbal communication
• Preferred background in psychology or a related field
• Experience supporting adult population is preferred

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Care Management division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, access and handling of patient medical records, providing medical care inside a patient’s residential address, driving, prescription and other drug access and administration, and working with vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.