Activities Assistant - Memory Care

Country Meadows Retirement Communities; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Country Meadows Retirement Communities is seeking an Activities Assistant for their Memory Care program in Harrisburg. This full-time role involves engaging residents through creative activities and promoting their well-being. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, be energetic, and support a vibrant community. Competitive pay and excellent benefits are offered, making it an attractive position for those looking to make a difference in the lives of seniors.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Length of service bonus awards

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in group socialization preferred.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Generate ideas for new and favorite experiences.
• Drive residents’ interest in a dynamic lifestyle.
• Promote a positive, enthusiastic environment.

Skills

Energetic Leadership

Empathy

Creativity

Motivational Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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• Pay starts at $16.00/hour with the opportunity to earn more based on experience***
  
  

• Pay starts at $16.00/hour with the opportunity to earn more based on experience***
  
  

Want to help a 90-year-old skydive? Or inspire a passion for painting? As the Activities Assistant - Memory Care, you will create experiences with all members of our community and encourage residents to participate. We are seeking individuals who value the company of older adults, lead with a big picture mentality and appreciate the arts and wellness.

• Full Time 8:30am-4:30pm (includes every other Saturday and every other weekend)***
  
  

Our investment in you:

• Competitive pay with the opportunity to earn more based on experience
• Length of service bonus awards
• PayActiv On-Demand Pay – Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medical
• Excellent vision and dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and roll over of unused time
• Paid holidays including your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning
• Supplemental life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans
• Family and medical leave
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave
• Wellness reimbursement incentives
• $2 meals on our campuses including a main dish, a side, drink and dessert
  
  

Our support for you:

• Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.
• Direct access to your supervisory team
• Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training and continuing education
• Employee assistance program for you and your family
• Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)
• Helping Hand interest-free loans
  
  

Ask your Employment Specialist during your interview for details on any of our coworker centered benefits and incentives.

Activities Assistant - Memory Care Job Responsibilities:

• Generate ideas for new and favorite experiences.
• Drive residents’ interest in a dynamic lifestyle to promote a sense of pride and purpose.
• Venture out with residents to theaters, museums, sporting events, restaurants, special destinations and more.
• Team up with the Activities Coordinator and/or Associate in preparing and planning on and offsite events and activities.
• Guide volunteers to create meaningful impact.
• Promote a positive, enthusiastic environment to motivate resident engagement.
  
  

Activities Assistant - Memory Care Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in group socialization or recreational programs preferred, but not required.
• Leadership style that is energetic, personable, positive, enthusiastic, creative and imaginative.
• Ability to communicate intentions and directions to residents and co-workers. Be an active listener/empathetic.
• Strong motivational skills to positively influence resident participation.
• Valid driver’s license with no major violations in the past three years.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required in this type of role.
  
  

About Country Meadows/Ecumenical:

We have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 30 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better.

EOE

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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