Career progression at SRG Senior living: Maria’s story
Are you searching for a company culture where personal growth and professional development are not just promises but a way of life?
If you've ever wondered what it’s like to work somewhere that empowers you to flourish and truly nurtures your potential, then read on to learn about SRG Senior Living. And who better to help you understand life at SRG than one of our incredible employees?
Meet Maria Alcantara, a passionate individual who started as a caregiver at SRG and has risen to astounding heights through dedication and the unwavering support of a nurturing work environment.
Maria was promoted to a Medication Aide position, and then ultimately promoted to Director of Assisted Living. She started at one of our communities and moved over to our Peninsula Del Rey community. Maria embodies the essence of growth, drive, and career progression at SRG.
We caught up with her to find out how dedication and ambition can intertwine to create a remarkable journey of success and fulfillment.
What about the Director of Assisted Living (DOAL) job at SRG caught your eye?
At SRG Senior Living, there are a wide range of rewarding roles. They’re not only jobs but the opportunity for rich and full careers from entry level to boundless heights. Like Maria, you could start as a caregiver and work your way up. If you’re not sure how to get started, read our helpful guide on how to become a caregiver.
Maria explains, “The endless learning and self-fulfillment in what I do, motivated me to strive for the DOAL job. Having a job that is also my passion is really important to me.”
What do you enjoy most about your job?
“There is a sense of fulfillment in what I do. Seeing my residents happy with the services we provide.”
We couldn’t have put it better ourselves. When you work in senior living, you’re able to make a real difference, join a dynamic and supportive community, and enjoy amazing work-life balance. Life at SRG offers a truly fulfilling experience.
Maria continues, “Not only from the Health Services Department but as a whole community. I enjoy working collaboratively with my team, my co-department head and corporate management team.”
Tell us about your career development
We believe investing in our team member's professional and personal growth is essential to our success. That’s why we provide a thorough training program that will give you the abilities and information you need to succeed in addition to a competitive salary and benefits.
But you don't just have to take our word for it. We asked Maria, how has SRG supported her career development?
“SRG is a company that values its employees as the most valuable asset. The company recognizes the importance of nurturing talent within the organization. I'm a good example of their commitment to ‘investing in you’. Their investment in me has brought me to where I am. It has given me the opportunity to take on a bigger role in contributing to the quality of the senior living community experience, as well as my professional growth.”
Bonus tip: If you’re searching for jobs in assisted living and want to standout from the crowd, read our top tips for success for caregivers.
What's been your most epic moment at the company so far?
“There are a lot of milestones in my career in SRG. Starting as a Caregiver then Medication Aide and now DOAL. From meeting the expectations to exceeding expectations. The most epic would be SRG giving me the opportunity to lead a department as DOAL.”
At SRG, you’ll have opportunities to advance your career while significantly improving the lives of our residents. If you’re starting out with little experience, consider entry level jobs to get your foot in the door. If you've got essential qualities like a positive attitude and a desire to work with and for great people, that’s a great place to start!
Work-life balance
We’re all about creating moments that matter. We care about giving our residents a great senior living experience, and team members a great professional experience.
A huge part of achieving this is through work-life balance. It’s essential for our team members to thrive, so they can be their best everyday and help contribute to positive senior living communities. But what makes SRG different from any other company?
We offer a range of wellness initiatives, flexible work arrangements, and community engagement programs to help our employees achieve a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle.
Like Maria says, “the company believes in a work-life balance that leads to productivity and job satisfaction.”
Are you ready to embark on a career like no other?
If you’re motivated and eager to seize new opportunities, you could be who we’re looking for! Whether you’re searching for assisted living jobs or other roles within senior living, boundless possibilities await you at SRG.
Kickstart your own remarkable journey of success and fulfillment. Explore our caregiving and clinical job opportunities.
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