WJCS is hiring! If working alongside a team of caring professionals interests you, apply now!

Details about this exciting opportunity:

• Respite Worker Consultant to work as a companion/escort for the frail elderly in Westchester County, NY.
• Compensation: $15.00/hour.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Providing stimulating companionship, supervision, and socialization.
• Providing a meal, if needed.
• Taking the elderly client for a walk or help them with their exercises, accompany on errands, or a medical appointment, if appropriate.
• Play cards, Bingo, Scrabble, etc, when appropriate.
• Read to them, listen to music, watch television together; do crafts; look at photographs, etc.
• Report any unusual events or problem to the family and to Project Time-Out.

If you have the following:

Qualifications:

• Atleast 17 years of age.

and Attributes:

• Ability to communicate, read, and write English or in client’s primary language.
• Ability to understand and carry out simple verbal and written directions.
• Ability to get along well with others, patience, kindness, and dependability.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Then we are excited to receive your application!

Why join Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS)?

Founded in 1943, WJCS provides a vast range of supportive community services each year to 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds. Across every division, WJCS employees are connected by their shared values and commitment to helping those in need.

We are dedicated to ensuring dignity and respect for all employees in an inclusive and safe environment that values diversity, experience, and merit. We are committed to racial justice and equal opportunity, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, class, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity differences—for employment, professional development, and advancement for qualified individuals.

WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person