Senior Living Activities Assistant

Merrill Gardens, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrill Gardens is looking for an Active Living Assistant in Chicago who is passionate about supporting seniors' wellness. The role involves developing engaging activities, assisting residents with daily living, and ensuring a compassionate environment in a family-oriented senior living community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Paid time off – 7 holidays and 11 vacation days

Free daily meal every shift

401(k) with company match and immediate vesting

Tuition reimbursement for career growth

Qualifications

• 1-2 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferable experience with social activities or in senior living.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement activities tailored to resident needs.
• Assist and motivate residents with daily activities.
• Maintain records related to department activities.

Skills

Confidentiality

Effective communication

Listening skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma

College Degree or equivalent preferred

Job description

Senior Living Active Living Assistant

Are you passionate about working with seniors? Are you dedicated to supporting seniors on their wellness journey to ensure they are provided with an atmosphere that values individualism and dignity? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Merrill Gardens at Anthem is currently accepting applications for an Active Living Assistant to help support residents within our beautiful community residents call home.

If you are a compassionate, caring, responsible, and honest individual who genuinely loves working with the senior population, we would love the opportunity to speak with you! Please APPLY TODAY!

Family means everything to us. From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.

We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently and for the past 30 years our long-term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.

We offer our full-time employees:

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

We offer our part-time employees:

• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Our Active Living Assistants are responsible for:

• Develop Activities:
  • Collaborate with the Active Living Program Director to design and implement a program of activities appropriate to the needs of residents transitioning from AL to Memory Care.
  • Deliver, lead, or conduct program activities in a timely and effective manner.
  • Coordinate at least one family activity per month.
  • Present a professional demeanor that communicates a corporate philosophy of service, goodwill, and genuine interest in each resident needs.
  • Familiarize yourself with residents of the Community
  • Observe resident’s ability to perform daily ADLs and social skills. Communicate potential difficulties or opportunities to the appropriate Team Member.
  • Encourage and motivate residents in all areas, aiding when necessary.
  • Participate in all training offered by employer.
  • Assume the duties and functions of Activities staff in their absence.

Skill Requirements:

• Maintain confidentiality of employer, Team Members, and residents alike.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Accurately maintain all records related to department.
• Able to communicate ideas both verbally and in writing.
• Employ effective listening skills when engaged with residents and Team Members.
• Represent and promote activities and programs as a member of our team.
• Organize and manage both information and time effectively.

If you are someone with:

• High School diploma required; College Degree or equivalent preferred.
• One to two years related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prefer social activity involvement.
• Senior living experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Consider applying to become an Active Living Assistant with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!

Yes, You Can have a meaningful Career!

Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer