Memory Care Recreation Assistant

Era Living; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 32,786 - 36,506; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision/prescription drug plan

Dental plan

401(k) with company match

Progressive vacation package

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Era Living in Shoreline, WA, is seeking a qualified individual to coordinate and lead orientation activities for residents. Responsibilities include organizing events, supporting new resident orientations, and providing transportation for recreational trips.

The ideal candidate should possess excellent leadership and communication skills, and experience working with older adults is preferred. The position offers competitive compensation and great benefits, including medical plans and 401(k) retirement options.

Qualifications

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience leading group activities and fitness programs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead group and individual orientation activities.
• Set up and clean up spaces for activities.
• Support new resident orientation as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Computer skills

Time management

Detail orientation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Some college

CTRS preferred

Job description

Salary and Benefits

$23.80 - $26.50 per hour | Great benefits | Discounted Staff Meals!

Available shifts will be scheduled Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10:30am to 7:00pm.

Competitive Compensation/Benefits Package Includes

• Medical/vision/prescription drug plan
• Dental plan
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)
• Progressive vacation package starting at 7 days per year
• 8 paid holidays per year; double pay for holidays worked
• 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity bonuses
• Employee discount programs
• Pre-tax election commuter benefits
• Discounted ORCA commuter pass

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead group, individual and resident orientation activities
• Set up and clean‑up of space/supplies/equipment for activities, classes and events
• Support new resident orientation activities as required
• Coordinate events, including booking, catering and advertising; develop and maintain a list of scenic drives and destinations
• Provide transportation for recreation trips for residents as needed, assist residents in and out of the bus or vehicle as required.
• Provide clerical support
• Document resident participation
• Oversee Cognitive Enrichment, Physical Fitness and Social programming

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Experience leading group activities and fitness programs
• Demonstrated excellence in time management and attention to detail, consistently meeting stringent deadlines within designated time frames
• Ability to provide safe toileting and mobility support for residents when on external community outings as required
• Possess and maintain a valid WA State Driver License and driving record compliant with Era Living Qualified and Authorized Drivers policy, required; must be 25 years’ old
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Ability to pass DSHS background check, required

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• CTRS preferred.
• Previous experience working with older adults or persons with cognitive impairments, preferred.
• Required:
• First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Food Handler’s Certificate or able to obtain within 14 days of hire
• Washington State Alcohol Permit or able to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Possess or able to obtain as soon as possible upon hire:
• Complete Caregiver Dementia and Caregiver Mental Health training within 120 days of hire
• Must complete 70 hour course to earn a long term care aide certificate within 120 days of hire ** Not required if worked in boarding home setting in 2011
• Complete 12 hours of Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) yearly (completed by birthdate)