Active Living Assistant

Overview Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities, a privately owned family company, is hiring an Active Living Assistant at Merrill Gardens at Monterey in Monterey, California. If you want a career with kindness and are a team focused individual with a deep commitment to customer service, please start the online application process to become part of the Merrill family. Benefits for full-time employees Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance). Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid time off – 7 holidays and 11 vacation days. Free daily meal every shift. 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting Tuition reimbursement for career growth. Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance. Pet insurance and team member discounts. Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday. A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement. Benefits for part-time employees Free daily meal every shift. 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement for career growth. Pet insurance and team member discounts. Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday. A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement. Responsibilities Our Active Living Assistants are responsible for: Provide a high level of customer service to residents and team members by achieving the standards as outlined in the MG CARES program. Develop activities by planning, coordinating and participating in a variety of social events and outings to provide a vibrant and active community life to residents. Engage residents, families and the external community in activities and volunteer opportunities that promote socialization, expand personal interests, increase physical activity, and continue education. Track resident activity participation and work with the Assisted Living Program Director to adjust calendar events accordingly. Stay abreast of active aging and generational trends to enhance the community program; create and share best practices with community staff and Active Living Program Directors. Assist with developing community communications, such as activities calendars, to residents, families, and prospective residents. Transport and/or accompany residents to and from outside activities, shopping trips, and appointments in community vehicles. Set up and clean up activities (e.g., moving furniture, setting up tables and chairs). Acknowledge residents’ special days (anniversaries and birthdays). Marketing Conduct tours of the community when necessary. Administration Participates in all in-service training and education programs as scheduled. Assists with ordering and managing supplies for all activities. Takes responsibility for vehicle inspection as needed. Other duties Other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma required; college degree or equivalent preferred. One to two years related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prefer social activity involvement. Senior living experience preferred. Comfortable driving a 10 Seater minivan/bus. Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire. Physical requirements This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting up to 75 lbs, and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Consider applying to become an Active Living Assistant with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities. Merrill Gardens at Monterey is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr