Institute on Aging 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 Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the “status-quo” and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain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.
We serve a diverse population of older adults and disabled adults without regard to ethnicity, religion, sexual identity, or social status. We embrace the Bay area's vibrant and varied culture, celebrating the diversity of its inhabitants. We have a commitment to representing, honoring, and enhancing the journeys of all aging adults, including those from different cultural backgrounds as well as seniors within the LGBT community.
Under the direction and supervision of the Staffing and Client Service Managers, Home Care Aides provide direct services to older adults in their homes. Key tasks may include, but not limited to:
- Assistance with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting
- Driving or accompanying clients to shopping, errands or doctor’s appointment
- Assistance with transfers, ambulation, or exercise
- Meal preparation including special diets and feeding assistance
- Light housekeeping, including vacuuming, dusting, laundry/linen changes and dishes
- Medication reminders
- Companionship
FLEXIBLE HOURS OPTIONS:
Part-Time, Full-Time, 12-Hour Shifts, Short Shifts, Weekends or Live-In. Services are provided 7 days a week.
Note: Your flexibility/availability increases chances for work.
Service Areas:
Marin County: San Rafael, Mill Valley, Novato, Petaluma, Tiburon, Sausalito, Rohnert Park.
San Francisco (its 5 major Districts) and the Peninsula – Central/downtown, Richmond, Sunset, Upper Market and beyond (south central) and Bernal Heights/Bayview and beyond (southeast). South San Francisco, Daly City, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, Colma, Millbrae, Hillsborough, San Bruno, San Carlos, Burlingame, San Mateo, Foster City, Belmont, Brisbane, Redwood City, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Atherton.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- At least 1 year of (non-medical) professional experience caring for elderly or disabled adults and/or any related caregiving experience.
- Livescan/Fingerprinting clearance; clean criminal background
- Current tuberculosis/TB clearance (either skin test, Xray or blood test)
- Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. (2 forms of I-9 Compliant IDs; examples: Driver’s License, California ID, Social Security Card; US passport)
- English language proficiency is a must
- Home Care Services Bureau (PER ID#) registration
Desired Qualifications:
- Bilingual language proficiency in Spanish or Chinese languages but not required
- Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) or Home Health Aides (HHA) are highly desirable but not required
- Basic computer skills are highly advantageous but not mandated
- Students and/or retirees of Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) and Registered Nurses (RN) backgrounds are also encouraged to apply
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift 50lbs or more with proper use of body mechanics – training provided
- Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, reach, bend, walk, maneuver, and reposition.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits *
- $500 Employee Referral Bonus
- $250 Employee Retention Bonus
- Biweekly Pay and Direct Deposit
- Paid training and CEU’s, including free CPR Training
- 403-b Retirement Savings Plan with IOA matching contribution*
- Pre-tax Commuter benefits and other options*
- Parental Leave, Family Medical Leave
- Employee Resource Groups and Wellness Programs
We encourage you to learn more about IOA by logging onto www.ioaging.org/about-ioa
Institute on Aging reserves the right to revise job descriptions or work hours as required.
IOA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations