Active Living Assistant

Merrill Gardens; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

EAP

Paid time off

Free daily meal

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Advance Pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Merrill Gardens at Campbell, CA, is seeking an Active Living Assistant to support residents and teammates with a vibrant, engaged community life. You will plan and participate in social events, coordinate activities, and assist with communications while providing excellent customer service.

A High School diploma is required, with a College Degree preferred. One to two years of related experience and a Class B Driver's License with passenger endorsement are encouraged.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; College Degree or equivalent preferred.
• One to two years related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Class B Driver's License with passenger endorsement.
• Prefer social activity involvement and senior living experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of customer service to residents and Team Members by achieving the standards as outlined in the MG CARES program.
• Assist with planning, coordinating and participating in social events/outings to provide a vibrant community life to residents.
• Engage residents, families and the external community in activities and volunteer opportunities that promote socialization and activity.
• Track resident activity participation and adjust calendar events with the Assisted Living Program Director.
• Stay abreast of active aging trends and share best practices with staff and program directors.
• Develop community communications such as activities calendars for residents and families.
• Transport and/or accompany residents to outside activities and appointments in community vehicles.
• Set up and clean up activities; acknowledge residents’ anniversaries and birthdays.

Skills

Customer service

Event planning

Community engagement

Communication

Education

High School diploma required

College degree preferred

Job description

Merrill Gardens at Campbell, a privately-owned family company with a proud history of success, is currently hiring a Active Living Assistant in Campbell, CA

We offer our full-time employees:

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

We offer our part-time employees:

• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Our Active Living Assistants are responsible for:

Provide a high level of customer service to residents and Team Members by achieving the standards as outlined in the MG CARES program.

Develop Activities:

• Assists with planning, coordinating and participating in a variety of social events/outings to provide a vibrant and active community life to residents.
• Engages residents, families and the external community in activities and volunteer opportunities that promote socialization, expand personal interests, increase physical activity, and continue education.
• Tracks resident activity participation and work with Assisted Living Program Director to adjust calendar events accordingly.
• Stays abreast of active aging and generational trends to enhance the community program; creates and shares relevant best practices with both community staff and Active Living Program Directors.
• Assists with developing community communications, such as activities calendars, to residents, families, and prospective residents.
• Transports and/or accompanies residents to and from outside activities, shopping trips, and appointments in community vehicles.
• Sets up and cleans up activities (e.g., moving furniture, set up of tables, chairs, etc.).
• Acknowledge residents’ special days (i.e., anniversaries and birthdays).

Marketing:

• Conduct tours of the community when necessary.

Administration:

• Participates and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Assists with ordering and managing supplies for all activities.
• Takes responsibility for vehicle inspection as needed.

OTHER DUTIES

• Other duties as assigned.

If you are someone with:

• High School diploma required; College Degree or equivalent preferred.
• One to two years related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Class B Drivers License with passenger endorsement.
• Prefer social activity involvement.
• Senior living experience preferred.

Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire.

Physical Requirements:

This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens at Gilroy is an Equal Opportunity Employer