Memory Care Activities Assistant

Country Meadows Retirement Communities • Frederick, MD

72d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Being a Memory Care Activities Assistant allows you to work very closing with our memory support residents. You will create facilitate, and encourage residents to participate in appropriate activities and experiences. We are seeking individuals who have a passion for working with those with dementia, value the company of older adults, lead with a big picture mentality and appreciate the arts and wellness.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• 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.
• Leadership 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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in group socialization or recreational programs preferred, but not required.
• Prior experience working with individuals with cognitive decline preferred, but not required.

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.

Benefits

• 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 roll over 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
• 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 in time of need)
• Helping Hand interest-free loans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED