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Senior Living Active Living Assistant / Driver

Merrill Gardens · San Diego, CA · 2 days ago
On-siteManagementPart-time

About the role

We are currently accepting applications for an Active Living Assistant/Driver 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!

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Skills

  • 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.

Qualifications

  • 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.

Benefits

Full-time employees receive:

  • 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.

Part-time employees receive:

  • 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.

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.

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