Russian Speaking Program Aide

AGENCY OVERVIEW:

Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS) has served the San Francisco Bay Area for 175 years. We offer world-class services to support individuals and families across all stages of life, including adoption, mental health, senior care, disability services, financial assistance, Holocaust education, and youth development. Our mission and work are rooted in Jewish values, and we serve people of all faiths and backgrounds.

The L’Chaim Adult Day Health Center is a licensed facility and outpatient center that provides medical, social, and therapy services for Russian-speaking older adults and individuals with disabilities. We have been a haven of person-centered care and community support for thousands of emigre clients from San Francisco and San Mateo for over 25 years.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Adult Day Health Care Nurse II and Activity Coordinator, the Program Aide is responsible for providing personal care and meals to the center’s participants. The Program Aide understands and assists in meeting budget and services goals, understands the mission and objectives of Jewish Family and Children’s Services and works within the limitations of the Agency’s resources and performs all duties in compliance with agency standards.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

  • Pay Range: $18.25 – $22.00/hr (depending on experience)
  • Employment Type: full-time, non-exempt position with benefits
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday (8:30AM – 5:30PM)
  • Employer 403(b) retirement match plus additional employer contribution (subject to eligibility)
  • Cafeteria plan with medical, dental, vision, FSA, Employer-paid life, and disability insurance
  • 16 holidays (10 federal and up to 6 Jewish holidays), annually
  • 3 weeks of vacation and 2 weeks of sick leave, annually

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, monitors participants’ vital signs and weight
  • Monitor and reports bowel and bladder problems and any physical problems to the Registered Nurse
  • Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, provides personal care to participants which may include helping participants with toileting, transferring, personal hygiene and dressing
  • Assists participants to and from the van
  • Distributes meals and snacks to participants.  Cuts food and helps participants eat as required
  • Light maintenance and housekeeping duties.  Keeps main room, nursing area and bathrooms clean free from spills and waste
  • Communicates appropriately with clients, caregivers, family members and staff in accordance with person centered care best practices
  • Under the supervision of the Physical or Occupational Therapist, implements the Physical or Occupational Therapy maintenance program as needed
  • Under the supervision of the Activity Coordinator, helps implement the activity schedule.  Participate or lead activities as required.  Socialize with participants.  Assist Activity Coordinator with special events and parties
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the administrator and/or the Program Director

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school graduate and demonstrable aptitude working with older adults
  • Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with participants, professional staff, families and caregivers
  • Must be bilingual in English and Russian
  • Experience working in a day care program preferred
  • Must acquire CPR and First Aid certificates within six months of employment and maintain current certificates thereafter
  • California Home Health Aide certificate a plus
  • Provide a health examination, signed by a physician, and a TB clearance, which is not more than 12 months prior to employment or within seven (7) days of employment

To be considered for this position, you must meet the requirements and competencies listed above. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.