Job Information
Westside Federation for Senior Supportive Housing Program Aide in The Bronx, New York
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Rate
$18.00/hr.
Position Hours
28
FLSA
Nonexempt
Reports To
Clinical Coordinator
EEO
Service Workers
Program Aide
Our Story
The West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing, Inc. (WSFSSH) is a community‐based organization whose mission is to provide safe, affordable housing with supportive services within a residential setting which enhances the independence and dignity of each person. WSFSSH develops, manages, and provides housing for low‐ income older persons, many of whom live with mental illness and/or have experienced homelessness.
Position Description
The multi-site, per diem Program Aide will be responsible for assisting residents on a daily basis with daily living activities.
Responsibilities will include:
Supervise the personal hygiene and physical well-being of the residents
Assist residents in the dining room, participating in activity programs, and joining in the life of the residence
Escort residents to medical and other appointments as directed, including visiting residents who are in the hospital
Travel for errands to stores, clinics, and offices as directed
Screening visitors
Answering phone calls
Required Skills / Abilities
Ability to work in a multicultural and diverse environment
Comfortable working with older adults
Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
Education & Experience
High school diploma orGED, 4 years of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience in lieu of diploma or GED.
A minimum of 2 years of experience working with older adults.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand forlong periodsof time.
Ability to stoop, bend, reach and lift up to 25 lbs.
Travel within our sites,and throughout the communityas needed.
Benefit Overview
Westside Federation for Senior & Supportive Housing offers full-time employees a comprehensive choice of benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) retirement savings, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life & Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), commuter benefits and more. Voluntary benefit options and time off includes 11-12 paid Federal Holidays as well as vacation and sick time.
EEO Statement
WSFSSH is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO); employment is based on qualifications, without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristics as established by law.
Tuesday through Friday from 09:00 am to 05:00 pm
28 Hours