About the Role
As a Unit Coordinator, you will support the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the unit, coordinating communication, managing scheduling and documentation, and ensuring smooth workflows. This role is essential in supporting resident care by maintaining organized systems, assisting with admissions and appointments, and serving as a central point of contact for staff, residents, and families.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates staff scheduling for the unit and prepares bi-weekly payroll accurately and in a timely manner.
- Functions as a receptionist for the unit, taking messages and returning calls for Unit Manager, Social Worker, and Nursing staff.
- Promptly responds to all emails.
- Transcribes Physicians’ orders.
- Manages pharmacy refills.
- Ensures all nursing forms are current and available.
- Responsible for filing, copying, and scanning/faxing documents.
- Distributes mail and orders supplies for the unit.
- Creates and maintains various resident files.
- Coordinates and completes all non-employee sitter files.
- Partners with Human Resources to ensure background checks are completed.
- Works with families to complete required duties.
- Greets, welcomes, and interfaces with all visitors, families, residents, patients, and staff.
- Coordinates internal/external resident appointments with families and unit staff.
- Prepares for and assists with new admissions.
- Answers call lights.
- Participates in all quality improvement activities.
- Contacts families and communicates appointments, bed hold notifications, information requests, and miscellaneous information on behalf of the Unit Manager, Social Worker, and IDT.
- Monitors residents checking in to and out of the unit.
- Completes online or routine catalog shopping for resident needs as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of experience in a long-term health care setting working directly with residents, families, and staff preferred.
- Experience in coordination of services in a health care setting, preferred.
- Cultural sensitivity of Jewish traditions and Russian Émigré issues.
- Strong English communication skills (written, verbal, and comprehension).
- Strong interpersonal skills, proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
- Strong analytical, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Demonstrated strong computer skills including MS Office, Excel, Word, and electronic health records.
- Ability to lift, push, pull or carry a minimum of ten to fifteen (10 to 15) pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency.
- Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, sit, and reach.
- Fine motor skills.
- Good visual acuity.
- Perform tasks listed above with or without the aid of mechanical devices.
Skills
- MS Office
- Excel
- Word
- Electronic health records
Location
- San Francisco
Work Type
- Full-Time
- 40 hours per week
Experience Level
- One year of experience preferred
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $27.00 per hour
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Benefits
- Weekday Shuttle Services to and from Glen Park Station
About the Company
- Nestled in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood on a nine-acre campus, the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is the leading senior services organization in Northern California.
- 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, an acute geriatric psychiatric unit for adults over the age of 65; and our Foundation.
- Founded in 1871 and formerly known as the Jewish Home, our legacy grounds us as our vision propels us forward.
- Today, we've evolved to support more than 2,500 older adults each year through innovative, comprehensive programs rooted in the Jewish values of compassion, community, and excellence.
- We are equally proud of our inclusive culture, where 950 team members of diverse faiths and backgrounds work together in shared purpose.
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.
