JOB DETAILS

Temporary Dementia Specialist

CompanyJewish Family and Children's Services
LocationSan Francisco
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 18, 2026
About The Company
Since 1850, JFCS of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties has provided comprehensive, caring social services to Bay Area residents of all ages and faiths. We help people solve personal problems--from cradle to rocking chair--in order to strengthen the individual, strengthen the family and strengthen the community. Mission Statement Jewish Family and Children’s Services exists to provide professional and volunteer services for the purposes of developing, restoring and maintaining the competency of families and individuals of all ages. Traditionally, Jewish Family and Children’s agencies carry a special responsibility within the Jewish community for reaching out to children, the aged, those with special needs, the alienated and the dependent, and for the resettlement and acculturation of refugees and immigrants. As part of the network of Jewish community services, the Agency helps promote Jewish continuity through the provision of preventive, educational, therapeutic and supportive services, within the context of historic Jewish values, emphasizing inter-generational ties and community responsibility.
About the Role

Description


AGENCY OVERVIEW:

Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS) has served the San Francisco Bay Area for 175 years. We offer world-class services to support individuals and families across all stages of life, including adoption, mental health, senior care, disability services, financial assistance, Holocaust education, and youth development. Our mission and work are rooted in Jewish values, and we serve people of all faiths and backgrounds.


Seniors At Home offers a wide range of services to help older adults live safe, healthy, and independent lives, including home care, personal assistant services, companionship, and specialized dementia and palliative care. We provide the Bay Area’s leading continuum of care for aging adults. 


POSITION SUMMARY:

Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS) is seeking a compassionate and experienced Temporary Dementia Specialist to join our Center for Dementia Care. This temporary position (duration of assignment is to be determined) provides an opportunity to support individuals living with dementia and their families through comprehensive assessments, care planning, education, and ongoing care management while contributing to one of the Bay Area's leading nonprofit organizations.


COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

  • Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000 (depending on experience)
  • Employment Type: temporary full-time, exempt position with benefits
  • Be part of a financially stable nonprofit with a long and rich history
  • Make positive differences in the lives of thousands of individuals and families we serve each year

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct comprehensive dementia assessments and develop individualized care plans
  • Provide care management and ongoing support to clients and family caregivers
  • Educate and coach families and caregivers using evidence-based dementia care practices
  • Collaborate with physicians, community providers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate services
  • Train caregivers in effective communication techniques and non-pharmacological dementia interventions
  • Assist with dementia-related education and training for agency staff
  • Make appropriate community referrals and connect clients with supportive resources
  • Participate in outreach activities that promote dementia education and JFCS services
  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure high-quality client care

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Nursing, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum three (3) years of professional experience working with individuals living with dementia and their families
  • Strong interpersonal, assessment, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
  • Valid California driver's license, reliable vehicle, and ability to travel throughout the Bay Area

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Skills
Dementia AssessmentCare PlanningCare ManagementFamily CoachingInterdisciplinary CollaborationNon-pharmacological InterventionsCommunity ReferralsClient DocumentationCommunication TechniquesPatient Education
Categories
HealthcareSocial Services
Benefits
Benefits
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive dementia assessments and develop individualized care plans for clients and their families. Provide ongoing care management, education, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams and community providers.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$75,000 - $80,000
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
379
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
Apply Now →

You'll be redirected to
the company's application page