Activities Assistant/ Driver

Description

Position: Life Enrichment Coordinator

About the role

Cedarhurst Senior Living is a leading provider of senior living communities, dedicated to enriching the lives of residents through exceptional care and personalized services. This position primarily supports the Activities team but also drives (1) day per week to transport residents to and from community activities, appointments, and other destinations.

Essential Functions

• Aid in planning, scheduling, and leading community activities programs, holiday celebrations, and special events.
• Introduce new residents and their families to the community's life enrichment programs.
• Coordinate holiday decoration displays for the community.
• Contribute to resident assessments by assisting in completing or ensuring completion of Life Stories.
• Assist in taking activity attendance and completing family messaging in Cedarhurst’s electronic platform.
• Attend monthly virtual education meetings provided by Home Office Support.
• Drive community bus for outings and appointments as needed.
• Ensure effective communication is being utilized by community staff with the residents' families concerning residents' care, encompassing their physical, personal, and emotional wellbeing.
• Work well with others and take direction from management, as well as take initiative with the capability to engage in conflict intervention and resolution for residents, families, employees, and others as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• CPR or BLS certification is preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in common digital tools and applications, including Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word), web-based platforms, electronic health record systems, and any HR-related systems as applicable.

Working Conditions

• The position may need to walk or stand for extended periods and move throughout the community, resident apartments, and other areas of the community.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, as well as climb or balance.
• The employee is required to communicate effectively and identify/interpret written information.
• This position may need to lift up to fifty (50) pounds independently, and up to 200 pounds with assistance.
• Individuals in this position are required to follow all infection prevention and control protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary, to ensure the health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company match (after one year of service) for eligible employees.
• GROW Points—a unique rewards system that celebrates your hard work and dedication.
• Exclusive Skechers shoe discounts.
• Early paycheck access.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.