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Part- Time Activities Assistant

Grand Living at Tower Place

Job Description

Job Description

About Grand Living

Grand Living is changing the way generations embrace life and is quickly becoming an iconic brand in senior hospitality. What began as a vision to create distinctive senior living communities has evolved into a collection of remarkable residences, offering luxury-inspired amenities and extraordinary service to residents and guests. Our communities include gracious apartments, stunning décor and design excellence at every turn, but from the moment you are greeted, you'll experience something far more luxurious than the architecture: our people. Their unparalleled commitment to personal service in every engagement is at the very heart of what we do.

Key Details:

  • Part-Time, 10am-6pm with flexibility
  • Weekdays with some weekend hours
  • Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care areas

About the Position

The Activities Assistant (FACETS® Assistant) is responsible for enhancing the overall Resident experience through the provision of exceptional implementation of the FACETS® program. FACETS® is Grand Living’s collection of life-enriching experiences, which focus on the five dimensions of well-being: socialization, health and wellness, lifelong learning, legacy, and spirituality. This approach to daily life for our residents encompasses a rich variety of activities, life enrichment and holistic wellness all aimed at providing First Class Happiness®. The Activities Assistant is to model The Sterling Touch® friendly, courteous, helpful, timely and professional manner in all interactions, resulting in a very high level of resident satisfaction. The Activities Assistant position is under the general guidance of the Director of FACETS®, in accordance with Community standards, processes, procedures, practices and philosophy.

Qualifications and Requirements

The Activities Assistant must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

  • High School Diploma or GED, required.
  • One or more years’ experience in planning, coordinating, or leading activities and events, preferred.
  • Ability to read, write and understand the English language in order to communicate with the residents and other employees.
  • Our FACETS® program incorporates a variety of activities including theater, art, music, fitness, education, event planning and recreation. The ideal candidate must be willing and able to participate in the execution of a well-rounded, refined program which meets the needs and expectations of our educated, talented, sophisticated residents. Please be prepared to share your ideas on how to build a wellness centered program for our residents.
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, crouch, bend, stoop, reach, grasp, push, pull and work continuously without sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift or carry up to 20 pounds.

Benefits

For the Activities Assistant position, we offer competitive compensation and a full benefits package for full-time employees including 1) a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program offering 120 hours of PTO in the first year, increasing to 160 hours in the second year, and continuing to build with length of service; 2) affordable insurance options for medical, dental, vision and more; 3) a 401(k) with a 4% company match on a 5% contribution, 4) automatic life insurance and AD&D coverage for all team members with a robust employee assistance program (EAP).

PTO is earned at lesser rates for part-time staff. Grand Living is a high-end upscale environment including exquisite cuisine and free employee meals (must meet eligibility requirements), Grand Spa & Fitness facilities available for use at designated times.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Grand Living, our motto is "Your Life. Uniquely Embraced." We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all, where our differences aren't just accepted, but celebrated.

Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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