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Allegro Management Company Llc Activity Assistant - Senior Living in Harrington Park, New Jersey
Allegro Harrington Park is seeking an experienced Activity Assistant to join our incredible team! If you love planning events, being creative, collaborating with fellow team members, and just having FUN at work - we want YOU to join our team!
Our Activity Assistants work from 10am - 6pm Tuesday - Saturday and usually includes one late shift from 1pm-9pm for a Special Monthly Event. Must be willing to work some holidays.
This position encompasses bringing joy to our residents and their family members. We are seeking a candidate able to lead and execute a dynamic, enriching, vibrant and active programming for our Independent Living Senior population. Must be comfortable leading educational activities and high intellectual discussions with residents. Activities also include a variety of exercise classes and special events.
This is a Driving Position - must possess a valid Driver's License and pass our MVR Background Check.
Allegro , Voted Great Place to Work! At Allegro Senior Living we are committed to being a premier senior living operator, placing people at the center of everything we do. Our pledge to offer the highest quality of service begins with our commitment to finding qualified team members who share our passion for providing an inspiring level of care and service. We cultivate a supportive and flexible working environment that motivates and empowers our team members to meet and exceed our residents expectations. The only thing missing is YOU!
The primary responsibility of the Lifestyle Assistant is to assist the Lifestyle Director in providing a full-time social and activity program at the Community for all residents and families. Encouraging resident socialization, improving daily living skills, expanding personal interests, increasing physical activity and education. Making every effort to maintain and expand the lifestyle of all the residents.
Areas of Responsibility
Assist the Lifestyle Director in conducting and coordinating scheduled activities seven days a week for all the residents at the Community.
Assist in preparing the monthly Lifestyle calendar, posting the calendar, and distributing it to all residents.
Facilitate and support monthly resident council meetings and other resident meetings as directed by the Lifestyle Director.
Assist the Lifestyle Director in contacting appropriate community groups and volunteers to perform specific activities and to assist in the Lifestyle programs.
Assist in scheduling transportation for residents.
Be prepared to drive the property vehicles on an as needed basis.
Assessing residents’ social and lifestyle activity preferences.
Other job duties assigned – see full job description.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or 21 to drive the company bus.
Must possess a valid driver’s license or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for the state where the vehicle is operated.
Must possess high energy/enthusiasm, decision making, problem solving, planning/organization, and rapport building skills.
Must have positive Criminal Background Screening.
Must have an acceptable Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) record; the record must be checked annually.
The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum one (1) year of related experience at an independent living, assisted living, or senior nursing facility preferred.
Appropriate CDL license preferred.
Perks & Benefits
Competitive Pay
Affordable Health Insurance Plans
Life Insurance and Disability Plans
401(k) Retirement Savings
Time off Benefits
Associate Recognition and Anniversary Awards
Employee Assistance Program
Associate & Resident Referral Bonus Program
Associate Satisfaction Surveys
Fun Work Environment!
Love Management Company, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.