Engagement Assistant

IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the “status-quo” and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life. With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission.

Institute on Aging’s Enrichment Center in the Presidio is home to our Adult Day Program and is seeking a compassionate individual to support our diverse group of participants living with dementia or other forms of cognitive or physical impairment.

Provide direct support and supervision to clients in the adult day program. Facilitate and assist with planned and spontaneous activities and provide participants with emotional support, personal care, and dining assistance utilizing the principles of choice, dignity, privacy, and independence.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Under the direction of the Engagement Coordinator, facilitate large and small group activities designed to stimulate older adults with dementia; provide dynamic and engaging presentations and hands-on activities that support client interest and abilities
• Provide behavioral and emotional support and supervision for clients through companionship, conversation, distraction and redirection
• Provide assistance with ambulation, transfers and toileting
• Monitor the safety and welfare of clients through close observation and interaction; adhere to program policies and safety check schedules
• Encourage clients to participate in individual, small and large group activities; provide appropriate cuing and support based on client’s functional ability
• Serve and accommodate clients during meal and snack times; assist with feeding as needed and follow specific food policies regarding proper food handling and storage
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of adult day program environment at all times
• Regularly report on client status and change of condition to Program Director
• Greet and direct family members, prospects, volunteers and other visitors to the appropriate staff
• Maintain client confidentiality and privacy
• Practice Standard Precautions, proper infection control and safe work practices
• Participate in staff meetings and complete required trainings
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: High school diploma preferred.

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working with persons with dementia and/or other special needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well on a team and effectively communicate with colleagues, clients, and visitors.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to facilitate dynamic and engaging group activities.
• Passion and drive for helping others.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and transfer up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach, bend and walk

COMPENSATION

• $18-22/hr

This rate is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, client needs, education and other factors.

This range does not include any additional equity, benefits, or other non-monetary compensation which may be included.

Institute on Aging reserves the right to revise job descriptions or work hours as required.

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IOA reserves the right to adjust work hours or duties when appropriate.

Institute on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Institute on Aging is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and providing equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neuro-diversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Salary : $18 - $22