Requirements:

Training and experience relating to working with older adults  with physical and cognitive disabilities, including Alzheimer’s disease; understanding of a care philosophy that promotes health, independence, safety, and dignity for program participants; skill in communicating with the participants in the day program; ability to follow written and oral directions; ability to work as part of interdisciplinary team; ability to multi-task and prioritize; ability to assist participants in activities of daily living.  California Dept. of Justice criminal record clearance required prior to employment. TB test and fitness for duty exam required.

Accountability:

Reports to Program Coordinator.  Program Coordinator and Program Manager evaluate this position.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide participants with assistance in activities of daily living including transfers, ambulation, eating, toileting
• Lead and/or assist with group activities.
• Supervise and monitor participants.
• Serve meals and snacks.
• Maintain a safe and healthful environment at Rosener House.
• Assist in assessment of participants and development of care plans.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service training and workshops as required.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Be trained and prepared to implement emergency procedures for group or individuals; CPR and First Aid training required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

Activity Leader I

• Demonstrate knowledge of Peninsula Volunteers Rosener House philosophy of care for participants and the value of program for family members.
• Demonstrate knowledge of position.
• Maintain good working relationship with co-workers and supervisors.
• Treat participants respectfully, demonstrate appropriate communication skills and behavior management techniques.
• Motivate participants and show enthusiasm for work.
• Receive and value feedback from supervisors and willingly work to strengthen skills and build on successes while addressing challenges in a positive manner.
• Work with team to maintain calm, positive, joyful environment.
• Comply with all Peninsula Volunteers, Inc. employee guidelines and procedures.
• Complete assignments in a timely manner.

Activity Leader II
Demonstrates Core Competencies for Activity Leader I plus:

• With guidance of program coordinator innovate, plan, implement, and evaluate new activities.
• Evaluate activities with co-workers and plan improvements.
• Lead by example through increased responsibility and productivity for the activity program.
• Apply problem solving abilities with participants and co-workers.

Activity Leader III
Demonstrate all Core Competencies for Activity Leader I and II plus:

• Independently develop, organize, lead, and evaluate recreational, educational and cultural therapeutic activities and special events for program participants.
• Identify and adjust daily activities and work assignments as needed to meet the needs of the participants and the program.
• Assist Program Coordinator to produce activity calendar.
• Conduct activity assessments of new and on-going participants.
• Mentor and train new activity staff and volunteers.
• Interface with other community organizations in aging services.
• Assist Rosener House Coordinator and Program Manager as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to occasionally lift up to fifty pounds while assisting participants
• Regularly required to walk, stand, bend, stoop, twist, kneel, reach, carry.
• Frequently required to push wheelchairs.

Work Environmental:

• Multi-purpose building

Hours:  Non-exempt hourly position working up to 35 hours per week.

To Apply: E-mail cover letter and resume to jobs@peninsulavolunteers.org

For more information about our organization: www.peninsulavolunteers.org

Job descriptions subject to change at any time

Peninsula Volunteers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Peninsula Volunteers, Inc.
800 Middle Avenue
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Telephone: 650-326-0665
Fax: 650-326-9547