Why senior living communities are great for part-time workers
Senior living and care is an industry that is set to explode in size in the coming years, with some studies suggesting that 3 million job openings will be available in the space by 2040. With part-time work an established and essential part of this industry, there are huge opportunities for those who want or need flexible working hours.
SRG Senior Living operates luxury senior living communities across the US, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. But it isn’t just a great place to live, we are also considered a market-leading place to work.
Explore some of the great part-time opportunities available to students and others looking to fit a fulfilling career around their schedules and personal commitments.
Working part-time in senior living communities: Benefits
In an ever-changing world, the benefits of part-time work have become highly enticing for many. This may be due to other commitments such as studies, family, or caring for others. Alternatively, it could simply be due to a desire for a more fulfilling work/life balance.
The senior living space is one of the best places to work part time. It offers a wealth of opportunities to those looking for part-time work. In fact, the 24/7 nature of senior living offers a huge range of flexible options when it comes to finding working hours that meet your unique needs.
Taking on a part-time role in this space can also offer you insight into what working in a senior living community is like and how challenging and fulfilling a future career in senior living support may be for you.
Part-time roles at SRG Senior Living
You may be surprised by the varying part-time roles available at SRG Senior Living communities. These can typically be categorized in one of four ways:
Clinical Professionals & Caregivers
Clinical roles such as Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) are ideal for those with a caring, compassionate nature. Challenging and fulfilling, your work will literally change people's lives for the better.
Dining and Culinary Staff
Working behind the scenes, those in dining and culinary roles make mealtimes a delight for residents and on-site events a success. Perfect for those with an interest in food and customer service.
Administrative and Front Desk Roles
The beating heart of our senior living facilities, those in part-time administrative work and front desk roles keep everything running smoothly.
Maintenance and Housekeeping
Those with an eye for detail will love our part-time roles in maintenance and housekeeping. Your job is to maintain our fantastic living environments.
What is working at an SRG senior living community like?
Flexibility & balance
If you are looking for a flexible role that fits with your current commitments, then part-time shifts could be the perfect solution. We offer a range of roles, with options for evening, weekend, or on-call work, meaning you’ll be certain to find a role that works for you.
Ultimately, part-time work in our senior living communities offers several great opportunities to balance your work and personal life effectively.
Career growth
Those who join our part-time workforce will find great opportunities to develop their careers through experience, on-the-job training, and skill development. As your circumstances change, you may also choose to progress into a full-time role where you can take on more responsibility and work towards a position of leadership.
There are some great examples of this at SRG such as Eric’s progression from kitchen server to cook and Maria’s astounding rise from caregiver to Director of Assisted Living.
Are you ready to join the best place to work part-time?
A part-time role in our senior living communities can be both highly rewarding and offer a fantastic level of flexibility. If you’re ready to find a fulfilling part-time role, explore the great roles we have available in housekeeping, LPN/LVN and other clinical jobs.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? You can browse our full vacancies list to find a role that perfectly suits your needs.
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