Full-Time Activities & Wellness Assistant - Spring Arbor Senior Living

Spring Arbor Senior Living of Cary, NC is actively seeking a qualified Activities & Wellness Assistant. Under the guidance and direction of the Activity & Wellness Director, the Activities & Wellness Assistant will be a part of the planning and organizing of the Assisted Living activity program with an emphasis on the wellness, spiritual development, recreation, educational development and continued involvement in the community of all residents.

Schedule: Monday- Friday 9am-5pm AND every other weekend

Wages starting at $15.68/hr., higher wages for more experience!!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Creating and Coordinating
• Create and direct group and one-on-one activities for residents in the community
• Maintain attendance records of residents’ participation
• Decorate house for holidays and activities and update bulletin boards as needed
• Create the appropriate environment in designated rooms, based upon activity

Marketing

• Market the community through activities
• Create and distribute monthly newsletter and activities calendar to residents, families and prospects
• Involve residents and families in volunteer work and implement volunteer programs in the local community

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Strong interest in working with the senior population
• Ability to think creatively and put ideas into action
• Self-motivated and independent
• Pleasant, friendly, and engaging during resident and peer interactions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 1-2 years' experience in a work-related environment preferred
• Experience in Microsoft Office preferred
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• General understanding of the needs of seniors
• Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents without posing a substantial safety or health threat to self or others
• Flexibility in scheduling to assist with weekend and evening programming for the residents
• Ability to work well with others and promote a team environment

WHAT WE OFFER!

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Vision & Dental Coverage
• Supplemental Insurance such as short-term, long-term disability and life insurance
• One Free Meal Per Shift
• Birthday Celebration – Paid Day Off
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement with immediate vesting!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
  
  

Just as a family makes a house a home, our family of dedicated professionals makes Spring Arbor a place where our residents feel loved, like an extension of the family. Spring Arbor has continued to build on its successes, owning and operating 24 senior living communities throughout Virginia, North Carolina and Maryland. From Residential Assisted Living to Memory Care, our team nurtures each resident's independence by promoting dignity and choice in a setting of compassionate care. Join our team and work with us here. You’ll love it!

As a progressive organization meeting the needs of a diverse workforce, in addition to the standard competitive benefits package we also offer 10 paid holidays as well as a paid birthday off, excellent health care benefits, and education assistance-to name just a few. To learn more about this exciting opportunity to join a great organization, visit www.springarborliving.com.

Spring Arbor Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.