Life Enrichment & Personal Services Assistant

Soeurs des Saints Noms de Jésus et de Marie; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary are looking for a compassionate individual to provide personal and social support services to elderly Sisters. This role involves coordinating activities, managing transportation needs, and ensuring the overall well-being of the Sisters in various care facilities. With a supportive work environment and a competitive salary, this is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

100% of employee-only premiums for medical/dental/vision/life insurance

401(k) program with employer matching

11 paid holidays per year

Paid time off (PTO) starting at 18 days/year

Qualifications

• Minimum three years work-related experience providing similar services to elderly or disabled population preferred.
• Must have a current, unrestricted driver’s license with excellent driving record.
• Knowledge and sensitivity to the needs of aging and end-of-life care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal and social support services to the Sisters.
• Coordinate services for social activities and assist with transport needs.
• Ensure safe transportation services to medical appointments and social activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office 2010

Job description

We pride ourselves on creating a warm and caring work environment for our employees! We treat one another with dignity, seek understanding and we value differences.

About us: The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) is an international congregation of Catholic Sisters.

If the SNJM work environment sounds like what you are looking for, we invite you to apply for the position we have in our Campbell office.

What we offer: A competitive package for our employees, including:

• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance - we pay 100% of employee-only premiums for full time employees
• 401(k) program with employer matching
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid time off (PTO) starting at 18 days/year

About This Role:
This position works closely to provide direct personal and social support services, including assistance with relocation to appropriate care facilities, transportation needs and social activities enrichment to the Sisters of the Holy Names living at Merrill Gardens, Saratoga Retirement Community and Cedar Creek Los Gatos.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Creates a welcoming environment, including social activities, where Sisters can experience SNJM community life within a larger facility by coordinating services for the Sisters living in various care facilities.

2. Is responsive to and aware of the physical and emotional well-being of each Sister. Communicates all relevant health care related information to Clinical Care Coordinator.

3. Assists with weekly food/household shopping for Sisters and delivers supplies as needed.

4. Assists with SNJM sponsored activities at the Marie Rose Center, including the purchasing of food, room set-up and assisting with Sisters in wheelchairs, etc.

5. Assists with planning field trips and SNJM events, providing the necessary support to ensure appropriate attire and coordinating the purchase of food and supplies as needed.

6. Provide support as needed for funeral receptions or other community events.

7. Provides safe, friendly transportation services to Sisters for medical appointments, shopping and other needs as determined.

8. Is responsible for scheduling and ensuring routine care car maintenance, examples: car wash, fuel, oil change, windshield wipers replaces, fluids refilled, etc.

9. Ensures vehicles are safe for travel and immediately notifies supervisor of any concerns regarding vehicles.

10. Coordinates with the Clinical Care Coordinator and the Director of Community Life & Activities the residential moves for the Sisters to various care facilities (Merrill Gardens, Saratoga Retirement Community and Cedar Creek Los Gatos) or within their current facility.

11. Assists and coordinates cleaning of rooms after a Sister’s move or death.

12. Collect and distribute Sisters’ mail to include appointment slips, Connections, community communication.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: Minimum three years work-related experience providing similar services to elderly or disabled population preferred. Demonstrated organizational and planning skills related to small events and activities.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Must be supportive of the mission of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary.
• Must model SNJM Guiding Values in carrying out work activities and responsibilities.
• Must respect and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and to respect professional boundaries.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the midst of change or re-direction.
• Knowledge and sensitivity to the needs of the aging, end of life care and women’s health issues.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a timely manner.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010 and other computer software programs including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet browsers. Ability to effectively use smartphone.
• Ability to maintain collaborative relationships with SNJM Sisters, staff and external contacts.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Demonstrated written and verbal skills to assure effective communication.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service and to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals and groups
• Ability to respond to emergencies appropriately and calmly.
• Ability to work patiently with Sisters who may have difficulty with hearing, mobility, eyesight, memory, etc.
• Ability to provide Sisters with transfer assistance to and from activities using SNJM Community vehicles.
• Must have a current, unrestricted driver’s license with verifiable excellent driving record.
• Must adhere to all SNJM safety and driving policies.
• Prefer at least one year of experience in the safe operation of car, passenger van, and minibus vehicles.
• Ability to work and drive in varied weather conditions and to read/comprehend maps and/or navigation systems.
• Must be able to work occasional weekends.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND/OR WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Position requires both sedentary work in an office setting and travel/site visits to Sisters’ homes, residential and assisted living facilities and medical facilities.
• Must be able to assist Sisters with transportation and with getting into and out of vehicles.
• Must be able to safely and regularly push/pull 50 lbs. and lift up to 35 lbs.
• Use safe body mechanics in all areas of responsibility.
• Must be able to consistently, regularly and safely bend, squat, stretch and maneuver to assist in securing wheelchairs, motorized scooters and other medical equipment in vehicles.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods while driving vehicles.

HOURS: 40 hours per week, including occasional evening and/or weekend hours
PAY RATE: $26.50 / hour

The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) is an international congregation of Catholic Sisters with offices located in Oregon, Washington, California and Windsor, Canada.

SNJM is committed to continually building a workplace that exemplifies its values and vision of being hospitable to everyone. The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To learn more about the mission and vision of the Sisters of the Holy Names visit: www.snjmusontario.org.