Memory Care Activities Specialist

Silverado; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Referral program

Pet Insurance

Auto and Home Insurance

Discount Programs

Job summary

Silverado Berkeley is accepting applications for a Full Time Resident Engagement Assistant (AM). You will help plan and lead daily activity programs, organize memory enrichment activities, and support therapy sessions to enrich residents’ daily lives.

The role requires strong English communication, reliability, and the ability to work with individuals with dementia in a memory-care setting. Training is provided, with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or educational equivalent required.
• Effective communicator in verbal and written English.
• Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Comfortable working around animals and pets.
• Willingness to work with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
• Previous experience with older adults or memory care preferred.
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Paid training and strong internal mobility

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Resident Engagement in planning and leading daily activity programs
• Organize and facilitate memory enrichment activities for small groups
• Encourage resident participation and celebrate their achievements
• Prepare materials and conduct research for recreational programs
• Support music and occupational therapy sessions

Skills

Effective communicator

Reliable transportation

Physical stamina

Willingness to work with dementia

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Silverado Berkeley is accepting applications for a Full Time Resident Engagement Assistant (AM). You will help plan and lead daily activity programs, organize memory enrichment activities, and support therapy sessions to enrich residents’ daily lives.

The role requires strong English communication, reliability, and the ability to work with individuals with dementia in a memory-care setting. Training is provided, with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.