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  • Ultimate adult day care center
    Office Manager
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    Office Manager
    25 minutes ago
    Full-time
    Great Kills, Staten Island

    We are seeking a compassionate and organized office manager who is fluent in both English and Chinese to join our team. Key Responsibilities: Plan, organize, and implement daily activities and programs for seniors. Communicate with participants and their families to ensure their needs are met. Coordinate with healthcare professionals to monitor participants' well-being. Assist with intake assessments and create personalized care plans. Ensure compliance with all regulations and maintain accurate records. Collaborate with staff to ensure a smooth, supportive environment. Translate documents and interpret for Chinese-speaking participants and families. Qualifications: Bilingual in English and Chinese – Required. Experience in working with elderly populations, especially in social adult day care or healthcare settings. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of New York City social adult day care regulations is a plus. CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

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  • Creative Learning Clubhouse
    Teaching Assistant
    Teaching Assistant
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    Mariners Harbor, Staten Island

    We are looking for a caring, energetic, and dependable Assistant Preschool Teacher to support lead teachers in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children. The ideal candidate will assist in planning and implementing educational activities, managing classroom routines, and supporting children’s development across all domains. Key Responsibilities: Assist the lead teacher in planning and conducting daily activities and lessons Help supervise children to ensure safety at all times, indoors and outdoors Support children’s emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment Assist with meal/snack preparation and help children during mealtimes Help with diapering, toilet training, and other personal care tasks as needed Observe and document children’s behavior and development for lead teacher review Communicate positively and professionally with children, staff, and parents Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred Experience working with young children in a group setting CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate practices Patience, flexibility, and a strong sense of responsibility Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team Work Environment: This position typically involves working in a classroom setting within a licensed preschool or early childhood center. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds, sit on the floor, and actively engage with children at their level.

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  • Sallie Jose
    Babysitter for Special Child (Live-In)
    Babysitter for Special Child (Live-In)
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Hackensack River Waterfront, Jersey City

    We are looking for a compassionate and responsible Babysitter to care for a special needs child in a live-in arrangement. We prefer somebody who speaks Tagalog and English. The ideal candidate must have prior experience caring for children with special needs and be patient, attentive, teach and trustworthy. Responsibilities: Provide daily care and supervision for the child Assist with meals, hygiene, and daily routines Engage the child in safe, appropriate activities Monitor health and well-being and follow any medical or therapy instructions Maintain a clean and organized environment Requirements: Able to understand children with disability Ability to live in and work flexible hours Patient, compassionate, and dependable Basic first aid knowledge is a plus

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  • ADVOCARE TOTAL CARE PEDIATRICS
    Advocare LLC is hiring: Medical Front Desk Receptionist in Jersey City
    Advocare LLC is hiring: Medical Front Desk Receptionist in Jersey City
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City

    JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description Description: About Us: At Advocare Jersey Heights Pediatrics, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality care to children and their families. Our pediatric practice is a warm and welcoming environment, and we’re looking for a friendly, reliable, and organized Front Desk Medical Receptionist to be the first point of contact for our young patients and their families. If you are passionate about working in pediatrics and enjoy creating positive experiences for children and parents, we’d love for you to join our team. The Front Desk Medical Receptionist plays an essential role in ensuring smooth operations in our pediatric practice. You’ll be the first face our patients see and the voice they hear when calling, so a warm, friendly demeanor and exceptional organizational skills are key to this role. Benefits Available: • Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • 401K Employer Match, • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), • Health Savings Account (HSA), • Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Insurance, • Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance, • Voluntary Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability Insurance, • Voluntary Critical Illness, Cancer, and Accident Insurance, • Greet patients and families with warmth and professionalism as they arrive, • Check in patients, verify insurance information, and update personal details, • Schedule, confirm, and reschedule pediatric appointments, • Answer phone calls, direct inquiries, and assist parents with appointment-related questions, • Collect co-pays, process payments, and provide receipts, • Maintain patient records and ensure all forms are completed accurately, • Help manage patient flow in a busy office, coordinating with clinical staff, • Keep the reception area clean, organized, and welcoming for children and parents, • Educate families about office policies, insurance, and payment procedures, • High school diploma or equivalent required, • Previous experience in a pediatric medical office or healthcare setting preferred, • Familiarity with pediatric terminology and patient needs is a plus, • Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems, • Excellent communication skills with a focus on interacting with children and parents, • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, • Friendly, patient, and empathetic attitude toward children and families, • Bilingual (English/Spanish or other languages) is a plus but not required

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