Respite Worker

Overview:

Join Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) as a part-time, in-person Respite Worker (Consultant). This role involves providing companionship and support for the frail elderly in Westchester County, NY through Project Time-out.. Compensation is $17.00/hour.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Providing stimulating companionship, supervision, and socialization.

Preparing meals, if needed.

Taking the client for a walk, helping with exercises, accompanying on errands, or a medical appointment, if appropriate.

Engaging in activities such as playing cards, games, crafts, and looking at photos.

Reading to clients, listening to music, and watching television together.

Report any unusual events or problem to the family and to Project Time-Out.

Qualifications:

Proficiency in communicating, reading, and writing in English or the client's primary languageAbility to understand and follow verbal and written directionsStrong interpersonal skills, including patience, kindness, and dependabilityCommitment to maintaining strict confidentialityHS Diploma or

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