Social Work Aide - San Jose, United States - On Lok

On Lok

Verified Company

San Jose, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

On Lok PACE
We are a non-profit committed to our participants.

Dedicated to The Care of Elders:

PACE (
Program of
All-Inclusive
Care for the
Elderly) was developed to answer the many problems around caring for frail seniors.

The PACE model is centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served in their community whenever possible.

Seniors, their family members, and caregivers face many issues, including transportation to appointments, management of medications, coordination of medical care from different specialists, lack of social interaction, and ability to stay alone at home.

On Lok PACE participants receive in home care services and transportation to a On Lok PACE center for primary medical care, social and recreational activities, and other senior care services.

We understand the importance of a system that works together. Your expertise, drive and passion can help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare.

Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career
***: Under the direction and supervision of the Center Manager, Social Work Specialist and
the Social Workers, the Social Work Aide is responsible for providing support to the
Social Workers in delivering services to On Lok participants.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Social Work Aide will assist the Social Workers in coordinating services for participants.
The Social Work Aide will provide administrative and clerical support to the Social Worker as delegated. Duties

will include tasks such as managing petty cash accounts, running errands, escorting participants, shopping,
copying keys, trips to the Post Office, banks and assisted living facilities, providing assistance with translation,
assisting with MediCal redetermination process, completing forms, surveys, transportation and other
internal/external paperwork.

Being a companion, the Social Work Aide will spend quality time with participants in the day health center and

encourage them to participate in conversation and other activities. The Social Work Aide will give reports and
feedbacks to the Social Workers on a frequent basis.

Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (knowledge, skills, abilities):

AA degree, BA preferred, in related field of human services.
Minimum one-year experience working with the elderly or frail population required.
Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary team.
Flexible and organized individual who takes initiative and is very detail-oriented.
Computer literate.
Bilingual in Spanish and/or Chinese, preferred.

On Lok's Employee Benefits include (eligible for any 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 longterm disability insurance
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._