Activities Assistant - Bilingual Dari - Part Time

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off

Silver Spring, MD 20904
  Facility: Adult Medical Day Care
Part-Time | 6 Hours/Day | 30 Hours/Week  
 Monday–Friday /Day Shift /In Person
$17/hour

About the Role


Aastha Adult Medical Day Care is seeking a reliable, compassionate Activities Assistant (Adult Day Care), fluent in Dari and English to support cultural, recreational, and wellness activities. Responsibilities include translation, participant support, attendance, enrollment, transportation coordination, documentation, special events, and communication with families, staff, and drivers while maintaining a safe, inclusive environment. 


About Aastha Adult Medical Day Care 
Aastha Adult Medical Day Care is a non-residential, state-of-the-art facility dedicated to caring for elderly and disabled adults. We provide compassionate, family-centered care that promotes independence, meaningful engagement, friendships, and overall well-being. Our mission is to create a supportive environment where participants feel valued, active, and cared for. 
 
Key Responsibilities
   i) As an Activities Assistant, you will:  

• Assist with planning, coordination, and delivery of engaging recreational, cultural, and wellness programs that promote quality of life, social connection, and emotional well-being.   
• Develop and lead culturally meaningful activities, including music, crafts, games, storytelling, celebrations, workshops, and recreation.
• Facilitate inclusive group and individual activities tailored to participants’ physical, cognitive, and emotional needs. Provide social counseling as needed.
• Organize daily activity schedules, monitor participation, and ensure programs run smoothly.
• Provide translation, communication, and social support during activities and interactions.
• Ensure participant safety, dignity, inclusion, and respect at all times.
• Maintain accurate records, activity documentation, data entry, electronic filing, compliance documentation, and program feedback.
• Communicate effectively with participants, families, staff, and transportation providers regarding participant needs, schedules, and preferences.  
• Coordinate transportation logistics for timely and efficient pickups and drop-offs.     
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and external agencies to improve program quality and participant outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve programs, engagement, and services.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned  

ii) Teamwork & Compliance:  

• Collaborate with staff for smooth operations and proper disposal of items. 
• Support overall center operations as needed
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisors.  
      

iii) Other Duties Included:  

• Perform additional duties as needed to support center operations and participant care.

  Requirements:  

• High school diploma or equivalent.  
• Fluent in Dari and English (spoken and written).  
• Proficient with computers and office software (Microsoft Office, Email, Adobe Acrobat, Web-based applications, and other common office applications)  
• 6+ months’ experience with older adults or individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.  
• Ability to lead small and large group activities with enthusiasm and patience.  
• Must pass background check and meet health screening requirements.  
• Additional language skills in Pashto is a plus. 

 Benefits 

• Paid Time Off & Holidays 
• Competitive Salary 
• Free Parking