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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Reporting any unusual events or problems to the family and to Project Time-Out.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in communicating, reading, and writing in English or the client's primary language.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including patience, kindness, and dependability.
• Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality.
• High School Diploma or GED.