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About the Role

This role involves working with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to ensure the safety and emotional well-being of residents requiring additional observation. The Patient Sitter provides continuous monitoring, companionship, and a calming presence to prevent injury and promote a safe, supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor resident behavior and symptoms, communicating concerns to nursing and care teams.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents experiencing distress, disorientation, or isolation.
• Maintain constant observation of at-risk residents to prevent falls and injuries.
• Support residents exhibiting challenging behaviors like wandering, aggression, or inappropriate social interactions.
• Escort residents to appointments or activities, ensuring safety and comfort.
• Assist with meal setup by cutting food or offering finger foods, without direct feeding.
• Set up supplies for personal care routines without performing hands-on care.
• Maintain a clean and calming environment, changing bed linens when unoccupied.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with residents while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Monitor multiple assigned residents, remaining vigilant at all times.
• Attend required in-service trainings and follow all safety and infection control protocols.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Kind, calm, and empathetic demeanor.
• Ability to build rapport with residents, including those with behavioral health needs.
• Cultural sensitivity, including awareness of Jewish traditions and diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to stand, walk, and remain attentive for extended periods.
• Ability to respond quickly to resident needs and safety concerns.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
• Ability to occasionally assist with light environmental tasks within resident areas.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bilingual abilities preferred (e.g., English/Spanish, Cantonese, or Russian).

Location

• San Francisco

Work Type

• Full-Time
• 40 hours/week

Experience Level

• One year of experience in long-term care or a related healthcare setting preferred.

Education Level

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Salary/Compensations

• $42,640.00

Benefits

• Full Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Weekday Shuttle Services to and from Glen Park Station.

About the Company

• San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is Northern California's leading senior services organization.
• Provides a continuum of care including assisted living, memory care, long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and acute geriatric psychiatric care.
• Founded in 1871, supporting over 2,500 older adults annually through innovative programs.
• Rooted in Jewish values of compassion, community, and excellence.
• Inclusive culture with 950 diverse team members working in shared purpose.
• Mission-driven nonprofit organization.
• Offers meaningful work that positively impacts older adults.
• Welcomes all, regardless of faith.
• Provides a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Offers opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Features collaborative leadership focused on enhancing employee experience.

Equal Opportunity

• Committed to employing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Provides Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, genetic information, qualified disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.