Senior Living Activities Assistant

Country Meadows Retirement Communities; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living community seeks a Senior Living Activities Assistant to create engaging experiences for residents. The role involves planning activities, promoting a vibrant lifestyle, and collaborating with staff to enhance resident engagement. Ideal candidates are energetic, creative, and have a passion for working with older adults.

Benefits

Competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses

Length of service bonus awards

Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off and rollover of unused time

Paid holidays including your birthday

Employee assistance program

$2 meals on campus

Qualifications

• Energetic, personable, positive, enthusiastic, and imaginative leadership style.
• Ability to communicate clearly and listen actively.
• Valid driver’s license with no major violations.

Responsibilities

• Generate ideas for experiences and drive interest in a dynamic lifestyle.
• Collaborate with the Activities Coordinator for events.
• Promote a positive environment to motivate resident engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Empathy

Motivational Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Pay ranges from $16-$19/hour, based on experience.

Want to help a 90-year-old skydive? Or inspire a passion for painting? As a Senior Living Activities Assistant, you will create experiences with all members of our community and encourage residents to participate. We are seeking individuals who value the company of older adults, lead with a big picture mentality, and appreciate the arts and wellness.

Full-Time Day shift position available

Our investment in you:

• Competitive pay with the opportunity to earn more based on experience
• Length of service bonus awards
• PayActiv On-Demand Pay – Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medical
• Excellent vision and dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and rollover of unused time
• Paid holidays including your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning
• Supplemental life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans
• Family and medical leave
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave
• Wellness reimbursement incentives
• $2 meals on our campuses including a main dish, a side, drink, and dessert

Our support for you:

• Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.
• Direct access to your supervisory team
• Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training and continuing education
• Employee assistance program for you and your family
• Co-worker Foundation (grants for times of need)
• Helping Hand interest-free loans

Senior Living Activities Assistant Job Responsibilities:

• Generate ideas for new and favorite experiences.
• Drive residents’ interest in a dynamic lifestyle to promote a sense of pride and purpose.
• Venture out with residents to theaters, museums, sporting events, restaurants, and other destinations.
• Collaborate with the Activities Coordinator and/or Associate in planning on and offsite events and activities.
• Guide volunteers to create meaningful impacts.
• Promote a positive, enthusiastic environment to motivate resident engagement.

Senior Living Activities Assistant Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in group socialization or recreational programs preferred but not required.
• Energetic, personable, positive, enthusiastic, creative, and imaginative leadership style.
• Ability to communicate intentions and directions clearly to residents and co-workers. Be an active listener and empathetic.
• Strong motivational skills to positively influence resident participation.
• Valid driver’s license with no major violations in the past three years.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required in this role.

About Country Meadows:

We have over 2,500 co-workers serving our residents with purpose and innovation! Serving seniors for over 30 years, we invite you to join us in making lives better.

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