Activity Associate II

Lutheran SeniorLife; Mars (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Generous paid time off

Full health benefits including dental and vision

Job summary

Lutheran SeniorLife in Mars, PA is seeking an Activity Associate II to coordinate and implement community life programs aimed at encouraging resident independence. The position is part-time, with hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. every other weekend. A Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of related experience are required. The role offers competitive wages, generous paid time off, and various health benefits including dental and vision plans, as well as a $4,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and certification/registration in related field.
• One to two years of related experience and/or training.
• Knowledge of methods to meet residents' needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement community life programs.
• Implement activities that encourage resident independence.

Skills

Knowledge of comprehensive recreation programs

Understanding rehabilitation principles

Maintains current certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in related field

Job description

Overview

Activity Associate II - $4,000 Sign‑on Bonus (to be paid throughout the first year of employment).

Mars, PA

Part‑time, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., every other weekend, including rotating Mondays and Fridays.

Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community‑based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania. Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty. St. John Community allows older adults to move through a continuum of care from residential living to skilled nursing, depending on the need. When you provide care for older adults, you’re helping families keep the people they love healthy, happy and safe. We encourage job growth and advancement opportunities while providing flexibility to meet your individual needs.

The Activity Associate II works under broad supervision with general exercise of independent judgment in the planning, coordinating, and implementing of a comprehensive community life program to meet the needs of residents. Implements activities and programs that encourage independence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four‑year college or university and certification/registration in related field.
• One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of comprehensive multi‑level recreation programs to meet the needs of residents.
• Knowledge of concepts, principles and practices related to dealing with the rehabilitation of residents.
• Knowledge of relevant facility handbooks, policies, procedures, regulations, and statutes.
• Maintains current certification/registration.

Benefits

Lutheran SeniorLife offers a variety of benefits to employees and their families, as applicable, including but not limited to:

• Competitive Wages, Hiring Incentives, Generous Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave & Paid Holidays
• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) health benefits solution.
• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long‑Term Disability plans.
• Voluntary Suite of Benefits Available at Low Group Rates, including Short‑Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and Additional Life Insurance Options
• Employer‑sponsored child care benefits.
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the employer‑sponsored retirement savings plan
• FSA availability, depending on the individual health plan selected
• Total Wellness and Work Life Balance resources, discounts, programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Mileage Reimbursement for Eligible Employees
• Career Success - coaching, training, internships and recognition program

Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.