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Day Program Assistant

Lifesteps Inc

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Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$16 / HOURPosted 14 days ago

Location

Butler Township, Pennsylvania

Salary

$16 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Program Aide assists special needs adults with daily activities, crafts, and community outings to help them reach their potential. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe environment and transporting participants using an agency vehicle.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. Preferred qualifications include one year of human services experience and relevant certifications like ACRE or CESP.

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Job description

Join our Team! Walk In Interview Day – Monday, June 29, 2026 from 9 am to 5 pm.

Just Walk In to Learn More!

Lifesteps Butler Stirling Village Office: 375 Evans City Road

Butler, PA 16001

Or Call to inquire about positions – 724-283-1010

Lifesteps is expanding services in Butler County and has an immediate need for multiple Program Aides in Butler, PA.

Lifesteps is a non-profit human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for 100 years by “helping individuals and families with life's changing needs”. The Agency provides programs and services to help those with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this is your opportunity.

Position summary

Have fun while you work and bring joy into the lives of the Day Program participants! The Day Program Assistant is responsible for assisting special needs adults with activities such as crafts, community outings and life skills.

The Program Aide observes and reports on the accomplishments of participants, while maintaining a safe and clean environment, and also transports participants in the community using an Agency vehicle for learning, engagement and fun activities.

This position works part-time with a schedule of 8

30am to 2:00pm, Monday through Friday - with weekends off!

Qualifications

Required

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Current driver’s license with the ability to travel utilizing an Agency vehicle
  • Obtain and maintain certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) - offered by Lifesteps
  • First aid and CPR certification or the ability to obtain and maintain within six (6) months - offered by Lifesteps

Preferred

  • One-year experience working with individuals in human services field
  • Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators Certificate (ACRE)
  • Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP)
  • Associates or bachelor’s degree in education, special education, sociology, social work, rehabilitation, counseling, therapy, transition programming, or any other major
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

GREAT benefit package for full-time employment includes 100% agency paid medical, dental and vision insurance premiums; Paid vacation, sick time and personal/emergency time; short & long-term disability insurance; Tuition reimbursement; 403B Retirement Plan; Life Insurance and 12 paid holidays.

Apply Today! • Online

  • www.lifesteps.net [http://www.lifesteps.net/]
  • Email
  • Resume: careers@lifesteps.net
  • Call: 724-283-1010

Lifesteps – Where Rewarding Opportunities Start!

EOE/ADA: Lifesteps is a Drug-free Workplace

Part-Time: 8:30am-2:00pm, M-F

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid vacation
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Personal time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Sick time
  • 403B retirement plan
  • Emergency time

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Lifesteps Inc

Our mission is "helping individuals and families with life's changing needs."​ Vision Improve the quality of life for members of our communities. Mission Help individuals and families with life’s changing needs by developing programs and providing services which will improve...

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IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
HQButler, PA
Founded1923

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Market context

Day program roles are steady in Pennsylvania

Day Program Assistant roles in Pennsylvania often reflect ongoing demand in disability services and community-based care, where staffing reliability and safe support skills matter. These positions can be competitive because employers look for candidates who can meet physical support requirements, maintain required certifications, and safely operate agency vehicles. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your driver’s license, certification readiness, and lifting ability before applying.

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