About the Opportunity

QHC Advisors, an advisory group focused on transitional care and social services for underserved populations, is assisting the sponsor of a senior housing community in the Los Angeles area that serves primarily low-income older adults with culturally specific needs.

In connection with this initiative, QHC Advisors is seeking a Japanese-speaking MSW or MSW student to assist with two critical resident-facing tasks that promote housing stability and advance planning. This is a task-focused, part-time role, ideal for someone with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills who enjoys working directly with older adults.

Key Responsibilities

Emergency Contact Identification

• Meet individually with residents to help update or identify an emergency contact on file
• Explain the importance of having a trusted person designated to be notified in case of emergency
• Ensure documentation is complete and accurately filed

Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) Support

• Educate residents on the purpose and value of completing a DPOA
• Facilitate the completion of DPOA forms (for personal care and/or housing decisions)
• Coordinate referrals for notarization or witnesses, as applicable

Cultural and Linguistic Engagement

• Conduct conversations in Japanese, as needed, with appropriate cultural sensitivity
• Build rapport and foster trust, particularly among residents who may be hesitant to engage with formal processes

Documentation and Confidentiality

• Maintain accurate records of outreach and document completion
• Uphold all privacy and confidentiality protocols

Qualifications

Required:

• Conversational to fluent Japanese language proficiency
• Currently enrolled in or graduated from an MSW program
• Experience engaging with older adults, immigrant communities, or underserved populations
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills
• Comfortable working independently on-site during daytime hours

Preferred:

• Experience with advance care planning (e.g., DPOA discussions) or basic resident support services
• Familiarity with IHSS or other senior-support programs (helpful but not required)

Additional Information

• This is a paid hourly position and is not structured as a formal field placement or practicum.
• Onboarding and training will be provided. Work will occur on-site at a senior housing in the Los Angeles area.
• Opportunities for extended engagement may become available based on project needs.

To Apply

Please submit the following materials to jobs@qhcqdvisors.com with subject line: Resident Support Associate Application and include:

• Résumé or CV
• Short statement of interest (1–2 paragraphs)
• Optional: Japanese language proficiency description or example of relevant experience

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 10 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90013