Community Life Assistant

United Methodist Communities; Ocean City (NJ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Quick hiring process

Supportive and friendly team

Job summary

United Methodist Communities is seeking a Community Life Assistant in Ocean City, NJ. The Shores, a UMC community, offers a meaningful role with per diem schedule and a pay rate of $16.24 per hour.

Responsibilities include coordinating activities, transporting residents, maintaining attendance, and collaborating with local groups to benefit residents. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, NJ CNA preferred, and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Prior CNA certification (New Jersey) is preferred.
• At least one year of work experience in a similar healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Participate in scheduling activities and communicate with residents.
• Transport residents to and from activities.
• Maintain attendance records for activities.
• Meet with community groups to plan joint projects benefiting residents.
• Ensure supplies are available for activities and programming.
• Contribute to care planning input and progress notes.

Skills

Scheduling

Resident engagement

Transportation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Life Assistant

$16.24 per hour | Per Diem

The Shores, a UMC community | Ocean City, NJ

Start anew career as a Community Life Assistant with The Shores, a UMC community!

United Methodist Communities has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 9 consecutive years, and 87% of our team members say they feel they make a difference in the work they do. With more than a century of service in New Jersey, our community offers a rewarding environment where your work truly matters.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact: In a mission-driven and innovative organization
• Competitive Pay: $16.24 per hour, based on experience
• Schedule: Per Diem | Day shifts available
• Great Benefits: Reflective of our deep appreciation for our employees
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

• Participates in the scheduling of activities and programs within the community, communicates those with residents, encourages participation and participates in assigned programming
• Transports residents to and from planned activities within or outside community.
• Maintain attendance record of residents at activities and events
• Meets with outside local community groups to plan joint projects which benefit community residents as instructed
• Assures supplies are available for planned resident activities and programming
• Gives input to residents’ care planning - assessments, care plan goals and approaches and progress notes

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Current and active New Jersey CNA certification (preferred)
• At least one year of work experience required, preferably in similar healthcare setting

Benefits Available to Eligible Employees:

• Flexible scheduling
• Quick hiring process
• Supportive and friendly team environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

E-Verify Participation: United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.