Activities and Lifestyle Engagement Assistant
Job Description
Job Description
Activities and Lifestyle Engagement Assistant – Sherwood Oaks
Cranberry Township, PA – Full Time; Hourly, Non-exempt; Monday through Friday Daylight hours with occasional evening and weekend hours, 40 hours per week
Starting Pay: $16.00/hour - $19.00/hour; Depending on experience (CTRS Certification $19.00/hour - $21.97/hour; Depending on experience)
Presbyterian SeniorCare Network provides compassionate, vibrant, and supportive communities for older adults that nurture the wholeness of body, mind, and spirit.
Sherwood Oaks, part of UPMC Senior Communities and managed by Presbyterian SeniorCare Network, is a premier Life Plan Community. Spread across 84 acres in Cranberry Township, the campus is known for its beautiful landscape, which features walking trails, abundant gardens, green space, and a lake.
The Activities and Lifestyle Engagement Assistant is responsible for assisting in conducting and developing the Lifestyle Engagement Program for residents, creating and maintaining a commitment to purposeful programming through the enhancement of the four pillars of successful aging (Spiritual, Intellectual, Physical, and Social). As well as, demonstrating, understanding, and putting into practice a person-centered philosophy to help develop and maintain positive relationships with residents, family members, and team members.
As part of Presbyterian SeniorCare Network, you will be offered great PERKS and BENEFITS:
- Affordable Family Health Coverage – Medical, dental & vision plans that won’t break the bank.
- Life and Disability Coverage -- Employer-paid short-term disability, company-paid life insurance for full-time team members.
- Generous PTO – Real work-life balance; recharge and renew.
- Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match – Secure your future while caring for others.
- Unique Perks – From free parking and employee referral bonuses to pet insurance and renter’s insurance.
- Employee Referral Bonuses – Rewarding you for bringing great talent.
- Tuition Forgiveness for LPNs – Presbyterian SeniorCare Network is the final payer for your LPN program with a 3-year tenure commitment.
- Person-Centered Onboarding – A warm welcome that sets you up for success.
- Apprenticeships & Mentorship – Formal opportunities to learn, grow, and be guided by experienced leaders.
Requirements for the Activities and Lifestyle Engagement Assistant:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Associate’s degree preferred from an accredited college or technical school or a minimum of one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in programming with older adults in a health care environment preferred.
- Experience in memory care (dementia or Alzheimer’s).
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated while performing job duties.
- Knowledge, training and interests in arts, crafts, music, and recreational activities strongly preferred.
- Be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with residents, resident families, and team members.
- Possess excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to effectively interact with both residents and team members.
- Demonstrate excellent teamwork.
- Enjoy multi-tasking since every day is different.
APPLY today; make a difference every day!