Job Description
Job Description
Pay starts at $17 / hour, with the opportunity to earn more based on experience
Do you want to help inspire a passion for painting? As the 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 8 : 30am-4 : 30pm
Our investment in you :
Competitive pay with the opportunity to earn more based on experienceLength of service bonus awardsPayActiv On-Demand Pay – Work today, get paid tomorrowComprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medicalExcellent vision and dental401(k) retirement plan with company matchGenerous paid time off and roll over of unused timePaid holidays including your birthday and a Personal Day of MeaningSupplemental life insuranceCompany-paid short-term disabilitySupplemental short- and long-term disability plansFamily and medical leavePaid bereavement and jury duty leaveWellness reimbursement incentives$2 meals on our campuses including a main dish, a side, drink and dessertOur support for you :
Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.Direct access to your supervisory teamIncentivized career paths and tuition reimbursementOn-the-job training and continuing educationEmployee assistance program for you and your familyCo-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)Helping Hand interest-free loansAsk your Employment Specialist during your interview for details on any of our coworker centered benefits and incentives.
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, special destinations and more.Team up with the Activities Coordinator and / or Associate in preparing and planning on and offsite events and activities.Guide volunteers to create meaningful impact.Promote a positive, enthusiastic environment to motivate resident engagement.Activities Assistant Job Requirements :
High School diploma or GED.Prior experience in group socialization or recreational programs preferred, but not required.Prior experience working with individuals with cognitive decline preferred, but not requiredLeadership style that is energetic, personable, positive, enthusiastic, creative and imaginative.Ability to communicate intentions and directions to residents and co-workers. Be an active listener / 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 type of role.About Country Meadows :
We have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 30 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better.
EOE
