Title: Senior Services Coordinator
Reports To: Senior Wellness Senior Manager
Department: Community Programs
Location: Oakland, CA
Schedule: Monday through Friday
Travel: Local travel may be required
Employee Status: Regular, Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Position Information: Grant-Funded Position (Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funding and program needs).
Union: N/A
Supervises: N/A
Benefits
Two weeks of paid vacation a year, sick time, 14 holidays, up to five floating holidays based on employment status, medical and dental benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of employment, life insurance policy at no cost to employees (with the option of increasing policy amount), flexible spending account for medical and dependent care costs, commuter benefits, 403(b) with employer match, and other benefits. We foster a joyful workplace and offer opportunities for professional development and growth.
Agency Summary
The Unity Council is a non-profit Social Equity Development Corporation with an over 60-year history in the Fruitvale neighborhood of Oakland. Our mission is to promote social equity and improve quality of life by building vibrant communities where everyone can work, learn, and thrive.
Our programs aim to provide the community with the tools, knowledge, and resources to transform their lives and ultimately achieve their long-term educational, career, and financial goals. These holistic programs and services reach more than 10,000 individuals and families annually in five languages. Programs include early childhood education, youth mentorship and leadership development, employment services, career readiness training, housing and financial stability, senior citizen services, affordable housing and neighborhood development, and arts and cultural events. Our work expands beyond the Fruitvale district and now reaches across Oakland and into Contra Costa County. The Unity Council employs a diverse workforce of more than 300 people who reflect the linguistic, cultural, and ethnic identity of the communities we serve.
Department Summary
The Community Programs Department offers integrated services to revitalize disinvested communities and remove barriers to equitable economic, career, housing and wellness outcomes for youth, adults, seniors and small-business owners. We serve Oakland and the East Bay through two core service hubs: our Career & Resource Center, which provides workforce development, career pathways and human services referrals; and our Business Assistance Center, which supports small-business development and access to capital. Beyond these hubs, we offer achievement and wellness programs for youth, coaching in employment and financial support, stewardship of low-income properties, and neighborhood revitalization through events, civic engagement, arts and culture, and urban planning. All services are multi-lingual and culturally rooted, designed with deep community accountability and available to Oakland and Alameda County residents based on funding. Through this integrated approach, we ensure all residents and businesses can shape urban development and benefit equitably from economic growth.
Position Summary
The Senior Services Coordinator works closely with older adults to help them stay healthy, connected, and independent. This position builds trusting relationships with older adults and their families, especially those who are frail, socially isolated, have limited English proficiency (LEP), or monolingual, by assessing their needs and providing engagement, service coordination, referrals, and connections to resources and benefits that promote safety, independence, wellness, and housing stability. Working collaboratively with community partners, the Senior Services Coordinator helps older adults access vital services that support aging in place with love, care, and dignity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Senior Support & Service Coordination
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Provide general assistance, advocacy, and referrals related to supportive and social services for older adults.
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Conduct basic needs assessments to identify risks related to health, safety, isolation, and housing stability.
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Assist participants with benefits navigation, including Medicare, Medi-Cal, Social Security, SSI, and IHSS (no eligibility determinations).
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Support residents in setting up personal safety and stability tools, such as medical alert systems (e.g., Life Alert), automatic bill payments, and direct deposit.
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Coordinate referrals for in-home supportive services, transportation, meal delivery, healthcare access, and mobility resources.
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Provide culturally responsive case management, including assessment, service planning, follow-up, and coordination of community resources to address participants’ social, health, and wellness needs.
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Maintain collaborative relationships with senior service providers, healthcare-related organizations and community partners.
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Coordinate visiting service providers and on-site services as appropriate.
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Accurately document participants interactions, referrals, and outcomes.
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Maintain organized resident service files and assist with required reports.
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Attend required meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
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Perform other duties as assigned to support the operations and programs of the Senior Center.
Community Programming & Engagement
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Assist with planning and coordinating on-site wellness, educational, and social activities tailored to seniors.
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Support food access programs, including coordination of food distribution and outreach.
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Promote resident participation and reduce social isolation through community-building activities.
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Conduct outreach by attending community events and resource fairs and other engagement opportunities to promote the Senior Center, connect with older adults, and assist with participants enrollment.
Safety, Crisis Response & Mandated Reporting
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Respond appropriately to crisis situations using de-escalation techniques and established protocols.
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Identify and report suspected abuse, neglect, or self-neglect to Adult Protective Services and internal supervisors, as required by law.
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Promptly report incidents, safety concerns, or observed risks.
Qualifications
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Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Gerontology, or related field preferred.
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Experience: 1–2 years of experience in resident services, social services, or community-based work. Experience working with seniors or older adults preferred.
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Knowledge: Familiarity with senior service systems (Medicare, Medi-Cal, Social Security, IHSS).
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Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities; able to work independently and as part of a team.
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Technical: Proficient in Microsoft Office and data entry systems.
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Language: Bilingual English/Spanish required.
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Other: Flexible schedule, including occasional evenings/weekends.
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Values: Commitment to The Unity Council’s mission of equity and inclusion.
Physical Requirements
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Must be able climb stairs, reach, bend, lift 20-30 pounds, crawl, kneel, stoop, twist, grasp materials with hands and fingers, use arms and legs, able to walk, climb ladders if applicable.
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Regularly required to sit for long periods of time and occasionally stand and walk.
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Regularly required to use hands to operate computer and other office equipment.
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Close vision required for computer use.
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Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during the workday.
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Frequent movement between office and community space.
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Occasional bending, reaching, or lifting objects up to 25 pounds (e.g., program materials or supplies).
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Visual acuity for reading documents, data entry, and resident records.
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Occasional outdoor activity during resident or community events.
Pre-Employment Requirements
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Background/fingerprints
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Reference Checks
This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities or requirements for the position. This position may change or assume additional duties at any time.
*** Please submit your cover letter and resume. ***
The Unity Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
