Staff greet participants and families at the Avenidas Rose Kleiner Center Drive Thru Celebration, 2020.
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Since 1969, Avenidas has been providing community-building services and activities for older adults and their caregivers. Serving more than 7,500 participants and clients annually, our compassionate staff delivers innovative programs and personal connection. We operate two enrichment centers, one at Cubberley in South Palo Alto and one in downtown Palo Alto, and an adult day health program in Mountain View. And while our in-person reach is concentrated regionally throughout Northern Santa Clara and Southern San Mateo counties, our ‘without walls’ offerings (phone consultations, distance learning, on-line community, etc.) and staff commitment know no bounds.
We invite you to explore opportunities with Avenidas and learn how we can work together to make life better for seniors and their caregivers.
Current Career Opportunities
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Avenidas is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to staff diversity. Contact and application information for each position included with the listing. Candidates (principals only) may send additional inquiries to .
Avenidas @450 Bryant
Vice President of Development
Reports to: CEO, Avenidas
Contact: To be considered for this position or for additional information, please contact and/or send resume and cover letter to:
David N. Randall
Principal
Randall Search Associates
415 769 4210
For more than 50 years, Avenidas has offered a range of innovative programs, services and social activities to empower and engage older adults in healthful and meaningful ways. With programs and support services offered in a new state-of-the-art facility in the heart of downtown Palo Alto as well as at two satellite facilities, and through its “Avenidas Without Walls” program, the organization remains a critical and invaluable resource for aging adults and their families.
Avenidas’ goal is simple: to create a community that supports and celebrates older adults by providing support options, information, and services that enable them to stay active and maintain their independence. Avenidas also provides support and counsel to adult children with aging parents, as well as to partners and spouses facing the challenges and stresses of caring for an aging loved one.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Vice President of Development/Donor Engagement is a member of the agency’s leadership team. He/She serves as Avenidas’ principal fundraising strategist, and is responsible for the development, management, and implementation of a comprehensive fundraising program that is consistent The VP of Development role is a wonderful opportunity for an exceptional fundraiser who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and can lead and strengthen a comprehensive development program for an organization with growing demand for its services.
- Develop and lead a diversified fundraising program to grow Avenida’s revenue base and enable it to meet its annual and longer-term fundraising goals
- Assess and strengthen Avenidas’ fundraising infrastructure to increase support from and steward donors and ensure adequate operational support for front-line fundraisers, volunteers and Avenidas’ leadership
- Serve as an organizational leader and collaborative member of the executive team; serve as a partner to the CEO in all matters related to fundraising
- Strengthen Avenidas’ major gifts program by establishing best practices and systems to build a robust prospect pipeline and increase the number of engaged donors capable of making gifts of $5K+. Work closely with Board of Directors and Donor Engagement Committee to implement strategy
- Manage Avenidas’ institutional giving program. Collaborate with the grant specialist, colleagues and volunteers to build lasting relationships with and increase support from independent, community and family foundations as well as corporations
- Manage Avenidas’ annual campaign in collaboration with the Development Associate to increase support via direct mail and/or online solicitation activities. Explore ways to create a more robust donor acquisition program to increase the pipeline of potential donors and the number of individuals supporting the organization
- Manage an effective donor relations and stewardship program; create opportunities for donor and volunteer engagement and cultivation
- With counsel and taking advantage of board expertise, explore ways to develop and market a more structured planned giving program to increase the pipeline of deferred gifts/bequest intentions
- Collaborate with Marketing & Communications on development communications and constituent outreach activities involving website management, e-mail communications and campaigns, social media, print collateral, and appeals. Develop a compelling and cogent case statement (and related messaging) that articulates the need for support and the importance of Avenidas’ programs to the community
- Build a culture of philanthropy internally and externally. Work in partnership with Avenidas leadership and staff to build the organization’s philanthropic capabilities. Provide counsel, training and direction regarding fundraising to colleagues, board and other volunteers
- Create and implement annual and multi-year fundraising plans with both monetary and activity goals that are aligned with the strategic direction of the organization
- Hire, mentor, manage and evaluate development and contract staff. Develop a long-term staffing plan to meeting Avenidas’ fundraising needs and expected growth
- Serve as an ambassador of Avenidas to prospects, funders and others in the community and beyond, involving the leadership and staff of the organization as appropriate in outreach, cultivation and solicitation activities
- Manage Avenidas’ signature event, Lifetimes of Achievement, supporting and guiding the Event Coordinator and event volunteers. Assess the need for and manage additional fundraising/cultivation events or other activities to attract and engage support
- Manage the development budget. Ensure best practice use of analytics, data, and metrics to track progress and success of fundraising strategies and tactics
Education and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree is required. Advanced degree and/or fundraising certification (CFRE) appreciated.
- A minimum of seven to ten years of development experience with at least three years at a senior leadership level
- Proven skills in individual and institutional giving and a demonstrated track record of fundraising success
- Deep knowledge and experience in fundraising strategic planning and implementation
- Experience diversifying revenue streams and building/strengthening a development program. Campaign experience desirable.
- Experience raising major gifts, with a demonstrated ability to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors/prospects and effectively move them through the development cycle leading toward successful gift outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to engage and support volunteers with their efforts in fundraising and donor and prospect engagement
- Experience building relationships with and securing support from companies and foundations
- Experience hiring, managing and mentoring development staff
- Experience in events management
Competencies/Attributes
The successful candidate will have or will be
- Strong strategic planning skills and a capacity to develop and implement clear goals, systems and priorities
- An entrepreneurial spirit with a high level of initiative, attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- A positive outlook with a high degree of emotional intelligence
- Deep understanding of development principles and regulations pertaining to charitable contributions
- Strong financial skills, including the ability to develop budgets and management reports that present a clear financial picture of fundraising activities
- Demonstrated success in fundraising best practices and achieving monetary goals
- Highly effective written and oral communications skills for diverse audiences and outlets
- Proven ability to serve in the role of resource/coach/mentor to board members and colleagues; and, in close partnership with the CEO, to build the board’s capabilities in fundraising, consultation, and advocacy
- Demonstrated skill in respectful and sensitive communication with diverse cultures, language groups, genders, sexual orientations, lifestyles, and backgrounds
- Unquestioned integrity, professional demeanor and authenticity in building relations with and inspiring best effort from staff, donors, volunteers and partners.
- Open, supportive, and encouraging leadership style with a proven ability to create and maintain a collegial, positive and productive work environment
- Earnest and sincere commitment to the mission and core values of Avenidas
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and fundraising database programs
- Familiarity and/or professional experience in the mid-peninsula a significant plus, as is knowledge of Raiser’s Edge
A competitive compensation package, including a comprehensive benefits package, will be offered.
Avenidas Door to Door Program Coordinator (20 hrs/wk)
Reports to: Director of Community Engagement
Contact: Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to or apply online.
The Avenidas Transportation Coordinator is a 20 hour/week position within the Avenidas’ Door to Door Transportation Program. The position involves a great deal of multitasking, customer service, driving and coordination of all aspects of the program. This is a job share position: essential job functions below are shared with the morning transportation coordinator position. This position is an afternoon, part-time position from 12-4pm, M-F.
Program
- Handle daily operations of transportation and delivery program (groceries, prescriptions, handyman and other service deliverables)
- Drive clients and do grocery deliveries as schedule requires, along with volunteer and paid drivers. Must have car, driver’s license, proof of insurance, clean driving record and flexibility to drive during your shift
- Lyft: schedule rides, monitor rides on Lyft’s desktop platform, communicate with drivers, report issues to Lyft, pay invoices
Drivers
- Train and supervise volunteer drivers and paid driver position(s)
- Maintain all records including applications, background checks, DMV checks, proof of insurance, conduct DMV pulls and car inspections, arrange for AARP/CHP trainings, communicate monthly and daily calendars, hold quarterly meetings, solicit feedback for program improvements and client issues
Clients
- Maintain all records, handle monthly billing cycle, schedule one-time and on-going rides
- Provide reminder calls to clients with cognitive issues, survey clients for program improvement, do mailings to inform clients of new offerings or changes to program
- Work closely with morning coordinator and manager to refer clients to other programs: Care Partners, Rose Kleiner, Avenidas Village and Friendly Voices to ensure other needs are met for clients to remain safely in their homes and/or experiencing decline
Transportation Information & Education
- Learn current public & private transportation information for city, county and private transportation providers, update providers’ list and help clients with information & resources who have transportation questions outside of Door to Door rides.
- Collaborate with other Avenidas programs (Center Activities, Care Partners, Village, Rose Kleiner) to hold/coordinate workshops on Lyft, Uber, AARP/CHP trainings and other transportation related programs, and provide other informative non-driving transportation options or online resources for homebound seniors.
- Work with manager on transportation outreach, advocacy and further collaboration with the City of Palo Alto, other bay area cities, and community agencies (this may require flexibility in schedule to attend meetings) as things begin to reopen (per COVID regulations)
At least five year’s experience working with older adults in a social services/non-profit environment preferred. Some experience working with cognitive/physical decline and transportation experience preferred. The successful candidate will be passionate about exemplary customer service and will sincerely enjoy working with older adults. He or she will have excellent communication skills, a collaborative work style and strong tech skills to handle tracking, statistics, scheduling, as well as the interpersonal skill set listed above.
Inside Office
- Frequent stand/walk, sit, use a computer; use a telephone, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
- Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds, write by hand, sort/file paperwork.
Outside office
- Driving: assist with elderly clients in and out of cars, lift walkers, grocery bags, other when covering rides, lift/carry/push/pull weight up to 25 pounds when assisting with clients needing additional support
- Grocery delivery: reach above shoulders, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 25 pounds
This is a part-time nonexempt (M-F) 20 hour per week position. 4 hrs/day, 12-4pm. Some flexibility to cover additional hours to attend agency meetings, events, or coverage of morning shift on occasion is required. Benefits include competitive salary; medical, dental, vision, 403B grant offered; paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and more.
Avenidas Rose Kleiner Center
Substitute Program Aide
Reports to: Activity Manager, Rose Kleiner Center
Contact: Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to or call 650-289-5491. You can also use our new online application form.
Provide general supervision and assistance to participants in classes and activities at the Center. This is a 15 hour part-time, hourly, non-exempt, non-benefited position. The schedule (unless otherwise discussed) is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (and on an “as-needed” basis Tuesdays and/or Thursdays to cover absences/vacations). Center hours are M-F, 9am-2:30pm.
- Meet and greet participants and assist them upon arrival; help participants to tables, serve beverages/food, and clear tables (for morning social and lunch times).
- Set up rooms for the scheduled classes and activities. Move tables, chairs, and partition wall as needed.
- Assist participants to desired activity following level of assist required as determined by PT.
- Lead and/or supervise the participants in classes, activities, and social time per daily schedule to ensure the participants’ safety, proper care, and comfort.
- Perform as a “spotter” for activities, including charting as required.
- Provide personal care to the participants, such as grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene that ensures the participant is clean, dry, and comfortable. Follow toileting schedule and chart as required.
- Assist with meal/coffee service.
- Maintain positive working relationship with all staff members, volunteers, families, and participants.
- Spend work time, as required, learning about working with the elderly and the medical conditions of the participants.
- Understand the elements of a therapeutic environment and work with the staff to encourage maximum functioning and benefit to the participants.
- Understand and be able to demonstrate proper body mechanics and universal precautions.
- Observe participants for any physical or mental changes and changes in behavior. Report any observed changes to appropriate Interdisciplinary Team member.
- Attend all staff meetings, trainings and in-services.
- Comply with health and safety standards including licensing, fire and disaster preparedness regulations and agency policies.
- Conform to all applicable policies of the Center
Secondary Job Functions
- Perform other related duties as assigned by Activity Manager.
- Assist with procurement and set-up of craft related projects if requested. Distribute completed projects to participants.
- CNA preferred, but not required.
- Ability to work with seniors in a demonstrated friendly and caring manner.
- Ability to provide assistance in a culturally sensitive and respectful manner.
- Experience with and knowledge of older adult and dependent care issues.
- Desire to learn more about caring for this population.
- Initiative, common sense, friendly nature, and ability to work as a member of the team.
- Bilingual ability (Spanish or Mandarin) a plus.
- This role requires substantive interaction with participants and a high level of tact and judgment in caring for higher-care participants.
- Must be CPR (Basic Life Support) certified or willing to take certification class (provided by employer).
Physical Demands
- Stand for 95% of the workday while performing all of the above responsibilities.
- Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver and reposition 35 lbs.
- Ability to reach, bend, and walk.
- Frequent stand/walk, sit, use a computer; use a telephone, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
- Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds, write by hand, sort/file paperwork.
This is an hourly, non-exempt, non-benefited position.
Physical Therapist, Part Time
Reports to: Director of Health and Social Services, Rose Kleiner Center
Contact: Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to or call 650-289-5496. You can also use our new online application form.
Position Overview
This Registered California state licensed Physical Therapist is responsible for the assessment of referred participants that require rehabilitation services including: direct care to assess medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions, and potential for rehabilitation. The PT will establish and administer an Individual Care Plan with specific goals determined according to the participants’ capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Director of Health Services. May oversee some activities of staff Rehabilitation Aides. This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt, non-benefited position. Center hours are M-F, 9am-2:30pm and this position is expected to work an average of 12 hours per week during those hours, on-site, typically spread over 3-4 days. Hours will vary based on participant caseload.
Essential Job Functions
- Assessment and Person-Centered Care Planning for incoming and active participants.
- Member of the Multidisciplinary Team and assist with carrying out team’s plan of care.
- Demonstrates safe practices, by utilizing proper body mechanics, adhering to universal precautions, and maintaining environmental safety.
- Help participants accomplish treatment plans
- Instruct, encourage and assist participants in performing physical activities.
- Evaluate effects of physical therapy treatments.
- Document participant care services.
- Contribute to the welcoming environment, assisting participants as needed.
- Supervise participants throughout the Center to ensure their safety, proper care, and comfort.
Secondary Job Functions
- Attend all staff meetings, trainings and in-services as requested.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience: Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
Current California state license as a Registered Physical Therapist
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Ability to develop a plan of care for each patient. Skilled in providing physical therapy services/interventions. Ability to assess participant needs and to plan, evaluate and modify care to meet the goals of PT interventions.
Physical Demands
- Frequent stand/walk, sit, use a computer; use a telephone, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
- Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds, write by hand, sort/file paperwork.
- Ability to safely move upwards of 75 pounds.
Above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed. They are not considered as an exhaustive list of all tasks performed. Avenidas reserves the right to change job descriptions, or work hours as required.
This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt, non-benefited position. Center hours are M-F, 9am-2:30pm and this position is expected to work an average of 12 hours per week during those hours, on-site, typically spread over 3-4 days. Hours will vary based on participant caseload.
We offer competitive salary and mandatory sick leave plus prorated holiday pay, but this position is otherwise unbenefited.
Social Worker
Reports to: Director Health and Social Services, Avenidas Rose Kleiner Center
Contact: Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to or call 650-289-5496. You can also use our new online application form.
The Social Worker is responsible for psychosocial assessments and reassessments for participants enrolled in and referred to ARKC. As a key member of the Multidisciplinary Team, the Social Worker collaborates with Team mates to develop a comprehensive Person-Centered Care Plan. This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefited position. The Center’s hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am-4:30pm.
- Perform Social Worker responsibilities including evaluating psychosocial needs of incoming candidates and current participants, develop participant plan of care, provide counseling to participants and caregivers.
- Record progress notes and daily flow sheets, as directed by plan of care.
- Participate in all scheduled Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings.
- Assists with discharge plans and participants holds, as needed.
- Manage the enrollment process, including screening and interviewing application and those requesting program information.
- Provide referral to other services if ARKC is not an appropriate setting.
- Responsible for tracking, documenting, and updating participating records.
- Ensure Medi-Cal , Veteran’s Administration, and other payor paperwork is completed, submitted, and received.
- Refer potential participants to the assessment team for evaluation.
- Attend meetings, conferences, trainings and other appropriate outreach and education events as requested.
- Collaborate with family and other community resources to ensure the health and safety of our participants.
- Partner with Activity department to run psychoeducation group as requested. As time allows, collaborate with team members to develop new programming to meet the psychosocial and psychoeducational needs of our participants.
- Assist with lunchtime food service and with loading and unloading vans, as requested.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, oral and organizational skills.
- Self-directed and ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Knowledge of older adult and dependent care issues.
- Shows initiative.
- Demonstrates creative, person-centered care planning.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s in Social Work (BSW) from an accredited university with three years experience providing social services in aging, health, or long-term care services.
- Masters in Social Work (MSW) from accredited university with one year experience in social work in a health care setting – preferred
- One year experience with older adults required.
- Bilingual a plus; Mandarin or Spanish preferred.
- Driver’s License: CA driver’s license with auto insurance.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to reach, bend, and walk.
- Frequent stand/walk, sit, use a computer; use a telephone, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
- Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds, write by hand, sort/file paperwork.
This is a full time, non-exempt (M-F) 40 hour per week position located at the Center during the hours of Monday through Friday, from 8:00am-4:30pm. Benefits include competitive salary; medical, dental, vision, 403B grant offered; paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and more.
Kitchen Coordinator (Part-Time)
Reports to: Activities Manager, Avenidas Rose Kleiner Center
Contact: Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to or call 650-289-5491. You can also use our new online application form.
Working closely with Registered Dietician and the Activities Manager, the Kitchen Coordinator has responsibility for ARKC meal service. The Kitchen Coordinator will work with the Food Service Vendor and Registered Dietician on menu approval, food and nutritional supply ordering, serving meals, and other administrative and food service areas such as ensuring diabetic dessert options. ARKC is open to its participants each weekday from 9:30 to 2:30 daily, which will be the core hours for this job. This is a 20-25 hour per week, non-exempt position with benefits.
- Works with Registered Dietician and Food Service vendors on ensuring timely menu submission. Obtains Registered Dietician approval.
- Prepares monthly menu to be sent to families and participants.
- Partners with Activity Manager on special events and/or celebrations.
- Receives meals from caterer and ensures proper temperatures are met at time of drop off. Keeps recording of temperatures per regulation.
- Prepares meals specific to participant diet needs and preferences. Serves these meals in a timely manner and in an attractive, appetizing format.
- Maintains the storage of grocery and perishable items, while maintaining, stocking and rotating pantry items on a “first-in, first-out” basis.
- Conducts regular inventory checks for purpose of order management and planning use of foods that are approaching expiration date.
- Organizes food serving for maximum efficiency using good time management to insure prompt service.
- Maintains Emergency Food supplies and conducts proper rotation.
- Maintains all food service records (purchases, meals served, etc.). Reports expenditures to Director.
- Maintains and records daily food and equipment temperatures in accordance with County and State Health Departments.
- Assures that cleanliness and food handling are in accordance with County and State Health Departments’ requirements for food preparation, sanitation, and safety.
- Assures that the washing of cooking utensils and tableware is done according to County Health Department regulations regarding correct temperature and air-dry methods.
- Insures a clean, safe, secure environment for participants and staff.
- Maintains equipment and appliances and recommends purchases and repairs as needed.
- Understand and be able to demonstrate proper body mechanics and universal precautions.
- Attend all staff meetings, trainings and in-services.
- Comply with health and safety standards including licensing, fire and disaster preparedness regulations and agency policies.
- Conform to all applicable policies of the Center.
Secondary Job Functions
- Responsible for kitchen laundry.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Certification in Serv-Safe or equivalent or willingness to obtain upon hire.
- Prior food prep or restaurant experience
- Interest in working with older and dependent adults.
- Proficient in verbal and written English
- Strong computer skills
- Strong communication skills
- Can work well independently and as part of a team.
- Punctual, trustworthy and reliable
- Health clearance prior to hire with updated TB clearance
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Frequent stand/walk, sit, use a computer; use a telephone, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
- Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 50 pounds, write by hand, sort/file paperwork.
This is a part-time nonexempt, 20-25 hour/week position between 9:30 and 2:30 M-F. Benefits include competitive salary; medical, dental, vision, 403B grant offered; paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and more.
Avenidas @Cubberley
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