Company Description
For over 37 years, Senior Resource Group-SRG has been an innovator in the development and operation of senior living communities across the USA. Our experience and passion has helped us win many awards for innovative community design, excellent service and exceptional care.
Job Description
Zest Assistant
Sunday-Thursday 10:00 AM-6:00 PM with occasional evenings
We are looking for someone that is dynamic, full of energy, and enjoys working and learning from seniors that have years of wisdom and life experience.
The individual that will be a perfect match for this position is outgoing, has passion and zest for life, is creative, and can think outside the box.
The Zest Assistant helps to create and implement stimulating programming with a focus on the mind, body and soul, and works with a team of dedicated colleagues.
We consistently meet the needs and expectations of our senior residents, and we have FUN while doing it.
Job Expectations:
- Develops programs, coordinates and implements activities for senior residents.
- Creates calendars, fliers, posters, newsletters, or other materials for announcing upcoming programs and events. Feels comfortable with Canva and other forms of media.
- Creates stimulating and fun opportunities for the residents with a focus on Mind, Body, and Soul. Examples may include:
Special events, mind-fit classes, guided chair exercises, karaoke sessions, art/jewelry making, crossword/puzzle time, afternoon movies, short lectures, comedy and cocktails, small gardening projects, etc.
- Monitors materials and supplies; orders supplies as needed with the Zest Director; stocks supplies upon receipt.
- Provides ongoing information and communications with residents in conjunction with management staff via newsletter, event calendar, TSOLife (our platform for in-house communication).
- Comfortable and capable of teaching classes.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and a good driving record to be able to drive company vehicles when needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- One to three years’ experience in assisted living or working with memory care residents is preferred.
- Proficient verbal, written and presentation skills.
- Ability to encourage and motivate.
- Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Demonstrated creative ability.
Additional Information
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Senior Resource Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, and we prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including but not to limited, respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Completing an application does not guarantee that you will be offered a position.
Note to Applicants: Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of Senior Resource Group unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular office in accordance with applicable state and local law.
