Unit Coordinator

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living•San Francisco, CA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Unit Coordinator, you will work closely with the Unit Manager, Social Services, and the interdisciplinary team to support the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the unit. You will play a key role in coordinating communication, managing scheduling and documentation, and ensuring smooth workflows across the care team. This role is essential in supporting resident care by maintaining organized systems, assisting with admissions and appointments, and serving as a central point of contact for staff, residents, and families.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Strong English communication skills (written, verbal, and comprehension)
Strong interpersonal skills, proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations
Strong analytical, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
Demonstrated strong computer skills including MS Office, Excel, Word, and electronic health records

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a long term health care setting working directly with residents, families, and staff
Experience in coordination of services in a health care setting
Cultural sensitivity of Jewish traditions and Russian Émigré issues

Responsibilities

Coordinates staff scheduling for the unit and prepares bi-weekly payroll accurately, in a timely manner
Functions as a receptionist for the unit taking messages and returning calls for Unit Manager, Social Worker, and Nursing staff; frequently checks and promptly responds to all emails
Transcribes Physicians’ orders; manages pharmacy refills; ensures all nursing forms are current and available
Responsible for filing, copying, and scanning/faxing documents; distributes mail and orders supplies for the unit
Creates and maintains various resident files such as disaster, personal effects, mortuary designation, annual universal lifeline forms, as well as summarizing monthly behavior monitoring log
Coordinates and completes all non- employee sitter files; partners with Human Resources to ensure background checks are completed, and works with families to complete required duties check off the list
Greets, welcomes, and interfaces with all visitors, families, residents, patients, and staff
Works closely with families and unit staff to coordinate internal/external resident appointments; prepares for and assists with new admissions; answers call lights and, participates in all quality improvement activities
Responsible for contacting families and communicating the following; appointments, bed hold notifications, information requests, and miscellaneous information on behalf of the Unit Manager, Social Worker, and IDT
Monitors residents checking in to and out of the unit
Completes online or routine catalog shopping for resident needs as directed by Social Worker and Unit Manager
Perform other duties as assigned