Elder Care & Housing Programs Assistant

Selfhelpelderly; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Self-Help for the Elderly in San Francisco is seeking a Program Assistant to support the Short-Term Home Care and Housing Services programs. You will perform intake, assessment, scheduling and referrals for seniors 60+ and help develop individualized service plans.

This role requires strong coordination, bilingual English and Cantonese, and the ability to manage office tasks, maintain files, and prepare reporting for funding sources. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in health, social or aging services.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Self-motivated, organized, multitasker.
• Proficient in MS Office and online resources.

Responsibilities

• Provides intake, assessment, scheduling and referral to seniors age 60+ for Short-term home care needs.
• Develops a service plan for the consumer based on the assessment and assigns Elder Care Worker(s) to perform services.
• Provides information, referrals and counseling on housing opportunities; assists clients with form completion and other needed assistance.
• Maintains an effective referral system with city departments, housing developers and building managers.
• Gives presentations on housing-related issues; attends community meetings as assigned.
• Maintains complete consumer files and completes required data collection forms and reports.
• Supports the Program Coordinator and assists with day-to-day office operations, keeping a neat environment and replenishing supplies.
• Prepares reports as required by funding sources.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

MS Office

Bilingual: English & Cantonese

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Self-Help for the Elderly in San Francisco is seeking a Program Assistant to support the Short-Term Home Care and Housing Services programs. You will perform intake, assessment, scheduling and referrals for seniors 60+ and help develop individualized service plans.

This role requires strong coordination, bilingual English and Cantonese, and the ability to manage office tasks, maintain files, and prepare reporting for funding sources. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s preferred.