Activities Assistant - Full-time

Overview Be part of Silverado, a Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services, where exceptional care meets exceptional careers. For 27 years, Silverado associates have delivered unmatched care and enriched the lives of those we serve. We prioritize residents and our associates and, as a certified Great Place to Work, offer competitive compensation and exceptional benefits for full-time team members. We are currently seeking a Resident Engagement (Activities) Assistant for the Lee's Summit Community who is passionate about making a difference. We\'re ranked 6th nationwide by Fortune Magazine in Best Workplaces in Aging Services; 3rd consecutive year in the top 10 Certified as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years Internal mobility: Silverado provides growth opportunities for most positions Paid training Qualifications High school diploma, GED or educational equivalent required Must clear a criminal background check, a physical and drug screening This role requires a valid driver\'s license and a good driving record as a condition of employment. Associates must comply with all state and federal driving regulations Associates in roles requiring driving are responsible for maintaining a valid and active driver\'s license. Failure to maintain a valid license may result in reassignment, suspension, or termination in accordance with company policies and applicable laws Must be comfortable working in an environment with pets and assisting in the care of community pets, including dogs, cats, and birds Willing to demonstrate passion and ability to work with people with Alzheimer\'s disease and other dementia-related diseases Previous experience working with older adults and/or memory-impairing diseases is desirable What you\'ll be doing Assist the Director of Resident Engagement with planning and implementation of resident activity programs daily Organize and lead daily memory enrichment activities with a small group of residents Encourage resident participation in activities and celebrate their achievements Prepare background materials and conduct relevant research for activities and recreational programs Assist with music and occupational therapy for residents Anticipated pay range: $18 - $20 USD per hour We are looking for someone who Has compassion and patience Is comfortable working around animals and pets A quick learner who is dedicated to professional growth Is ethical, honest, dependable, and open-minded Is an effective communicator in both verbal and written English Benefits for eligible employees 401(k) matching Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA) Paid time off Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance Referral program Other benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs Silverado is not using outside recruiters to source for this position and will not accept agency or non-Silverado recruiter represented candidates in connection with this job posting. California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law. To view California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) information, please visit this page: To maintain our world class standard, all offers of employment with Silverado are contingent upon a satisfactory background check as well as drug screening, a physical and TB testing (if required for the position). Silverado also uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. EOE/M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr