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About the Role

Plan and lead person-centered programs to enhance the emotional, social, and recreational well-being of residents in assisted living and memory care settings. Foster a positive and engaging environment through group, one-on-one, and self-directed activities while promoting inclusion, creativity, and meaningful resident connection. This role supports interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation compliance, and the overall quality of life across campus.

Responsibilities

Provide ongoing opportunities for therapeutic self-expression for residents at all stages of memory loss, utilizing a wide variety of modalities to optimize quality of life and functional ability.
Facilitate programs that encourage social interaction, reduce isolation and boredom, and decrease the frequency and severity of behaviors associated with dementia.
Create a positive, caring, and stimulating environment that respects the diverse personalities and cultural backgrounds of all residents.
Motivate residents to actively participate in Life Enrichment programs to enhance quality of life and maintain cognitive functioning.
Encourage participation from families, volunteers, and caregiver staff as appropriate.
Understand and respond to the individual needs and abilities of residents and families, adapting activities accordingly.
Provide one-on-one engagement for residents who decline or are unable to participate in group activities.
Support the psychosocial needs of residents and families by providing emotional support during times of crisis or decline.
Complete required documentation in a timely manner, including attendance records, care plans, activity notes, and mandated reports as required.
Collaborate with caregiver staff, Byer Square staff, and Life Enrichment teams across campus to promote teamwork, quality outcomes, and meaningful programming.
Mentor and support student interns and volunteers involved in activities.

Requirements

Two (2) years of experience working with older adults in group or long-term care settings.
Excellent organizational, communication, and group facilitation skills.
Demonstrated creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness in program development.
Sensitivity to diverse physical, emotional, cognitive, and cultural needs.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to engage individuals from diverse cultural, religious, and social backgrounds.
Ability to lift a minimum of twenty-five (25) pounds.
Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry.
Ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles over time without fatigue.
Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods.
Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, sit, and reach.
Fine motor skills and good visual and auditory acuity.
Ability to safely transport residents in wheelchairs without fatigue over extended periods.

Skills

Recreational therapy
Psychology
Social work
Healthcare
Recreation administration
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Group facilitation skills
Creativity
Flexibility
Resourcefulness
Program development
Interpersonal skills

Location

San Francisco

Work Type

On-Call
Varies

Experience Level

2 years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy, psychology, social work, healthcare, recreation administration, or related field preferred.

Salary/Compensations

$29.50 per hour

About the Company

The San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is the leading senior services organization in Northern California, located on a nine-acre campus in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood.
Our continuum of care includes the Frank Residences assisted living and memory care, the Jewish Home and Rehabilitation Center (offering long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and an acute geriatric psychiatric unit), and our Foundation.
Founded in 1871 and formerly known as the Jewish Home, our legacy grounds us as our vision propels us forward.
We support over 2,500 older adults annually through innovative, comprehensive programs rooted in the Jewish values of compassion, community, and excellence.
We have an inclusive culture where 950 team members of diverse faiths and backgrounds work together in shared purpose.
We are a mission-driven nonprofit organization.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
We provide meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of older adults every day.
We foster an inclusive community, welcoming to all.
We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment.
We provide opportunities for professional growth and development.
We have collaborative leadership focused on enhancing the employee experience.

Equal Opportunity

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living is committed to employing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.