Lifestyle Companion

Make a Meaningful ImpactJoin IOA as a Lifestyle Companion!

Are you passionate about enhancing the lives of older adults and supporting families navigating dementia care At the Institute on Aging (IOA) we are dedicated to innovative person-centered care that empowers both individuals and their caregivers.

As a Lifestyle Companion you will play a hands-on role in creating joyful enriching experiences while ensuring individuals living with dementia maintain engagement dignity and quality of life. Youll be a vital part of our Compania Program working alongside expert care professionals to provide personalized proactive support that truly makes a difference.

If youre looking for more than just a jobif you want to be part of a mission-driven team that values compassion innovation and excellencewe invite you to apply today!

Daily Life & Household Support

• Manage daily logistics including transportation grocery shopping meal planning and light household organization.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating home maintenance repairs and other in-home services.
• Help coordinate paid caregiver and worker schedules ensuring seamless support at home.
• Support families with downsizing furnishing memory care apartments or setting up in-home modifications to promote safety and comfort.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as bill payments appointment scheduling and household organization.

Social & Lifestyle Engagement

• Provide companion-based support engaging in cognitive and social activities such as attending concerts yoga classes community events gardening or simply enjoying music together.
• Accompany clients to salons museums social outings and other meaningful experiences to foster connection and joy.
• Help facilitate structured routines that support cognitive engagement and well-being.

Caregiver & Family Support

• Work in partnership with family caregivers reducing stress by handling logistical and lifestyle responsibilities.
• Offer emotional support and practical assistance to caregivers navigating the complexities of dementia care.
• Provide insights and updates to the Guide and IDT team regarding the clients well-being engagement and evolving needs.

Proactive Relationship-Driven Approach

• Focus on preventing crises rather than reacting to them ensuring a smooth structured support system.
• Maintain a flexible personalized approach to services tailoring support to each clients unique lifestyle and preferences.
• Serve as a trusted and reliable presence in the lives of both the client and their caregiver fostering long-term relationships.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Experience working with older adults particularly those with dementia or cognitive impairments (or equivalent experience).
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a compassionate and adaptable approach.
• Ability to navigate complex family dynamics with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation for community-based work.

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree in Gerontology Social Work Psychology or a related field (or equivalent experience in dementia care and aging services).
• Experience working within a private pay fee-for-service model.
• Background in lifestyle coordination event planning or concierge services for older adults.
• Familiarity with dementia-specific engagement strategies and supportive interventions.

Work Environment:

This is a flexible community-based role with time spent in clients homes community settings and administrative planning. The Lifestyle Assistant will work both independently and as part of a highly collaborative interdisciplinary team contributing to the overall well-being of clients and their families.

COMPENSATION:

Range: $70400 - $82800/annual

We encourage you to learn more about IOA by visiting us here.

IOA reserves the right to adjust work hours or duties when appropriate.

Institute on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Institute on Aging is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and providing equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic disposition neuro-diversity disability veteran status or any other protected category under federal state and local law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.