Openhouse + On Lok Community Day Services

On Lok is a not-for-profit organization founded in the early 1970s by a group of citizens concerned about the plight of elders and the lack of long term support options in the community. In 2019, On Lok joined in partnership with Openhouse, a service provider for LGBTQ seniors, to open a visionary adult day program intentionally designed with and for LGBTQ seniors.

On Lok cares deeply about its social mission to serve older adults and LGBTQ older adults as a priority in our partnership with Openhouse. The new program, called Openhouse+On Lok Community Day Services, is targeted to open in Spring 2020 in the Openhouse Community Center at 75 Laguna Street in San Francisco. The entire team in this start-up environment has the unique opportunity to turn organizational commitment of that social mission into social impact by:

- Demonstrating a commitment to serving the LGBTQ elder community.

- Promoting community members' empowerment and inclusion in the day-to-day center operations.

- Exhibiting an extensive understanding of intersectionality within the LGBTQ elder community.

- Serving as a spokesperson for the program with external stakeholders, organizations, and community members.

- Educating the community about the center, building rapport and trust, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career!

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Program or Center Manager, the Activity Aide implements activity programs for participants.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists with implementing and participating in group and individual therapeutic activities as well as offer creative modifications (oriented towards group, individual and special needs participants).
2. Socializes with participants.
3. Actively participates in team discussions; offers feedback, ideas and suggestions both on a day-to-day basis and in department staff meetings.
4. Keeps Activity Therapist informed of needed supplies and equipment.
5. May be responsible for maintaining neatness and order in the indoor/outdoor programs space.
6. May monitor and report changes in mood & behavior of the participants to the Activity Therapist and Center Manager.
7. May assist with personal care of participants as needed; for example, escorting the participant to the restroom and or toileting, and/or assistance with feeding.
8. Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (knowledge, skills, abilities):

1. Interest in working with the elderly and understanding of the psychosocial problems of aging.
2. One year experience working with the elderly or frail population required.
3. May require current certification in CPR and First Aid.
4. Ability to work as part of multidisciplinary team.
5. Stability, maturity, creativity and flexibility in work.
6. Ability to work with volunteers and contract staff.
7. Fluency in a second language helpful (Cantonese or Spanish) and written and spoken fluency in English required.

On Lok's Employee Benefits include (eligible for any regular position for 20 hr/wk or more):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan 403(b) and Term Life/AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Checks, MLA scholarships, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance and additional discounts
• Holidays (10 per year), vacation time, sick leave, and long-term disability insurance

Your final compensation offer will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, education, and licenses/certifications. The pay range is expressed as an hourly rate regardless of FLSA status. Exempt positions are paid salaried and are not subject to overtime.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and state and federal laws (including federal PACE requirements at 42 CFR 460.64(a); 460.68(a), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

On Lok is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other terms, privileges or benefits of employment please contact Recruitment (recruitment@onlok.org).