Job description

We are currently looking for an Activity Assistant to join our amazing team at East Ridge. You will be able to work within a beautiful 76-acre, resort style living community. As an organization, we are committed to helping older adults live their best lives. So you will have the opportunity to define excellence in our community. But most importantly, you will have the ability to work in a close knit community while building close, rewarding relationships with residents and their families.

Benefits:

*Part-time positions may not be eligible for certain benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Supplemental Plans: Hospital, Cancer, Accident, Identity Theft, Legal
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off, Vacation
• Paid Holidays, Holiday Gift Fund
• Pay Activ / Pay Advance Program
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee Hardship Fund
• Non-Profit Loan Forgiveness, Scholarship Program, Tuition Reimbursement
• Milestone/Tenure Awards
• Appreciation Incentives, Prizes/Raffles
• 403(b) with Company Match

Overview: The Activity Assistant organizes, implements, and documents lifestyle programming that provides residents with opportunities for a high level of healthy living, well-being, engagement, stimulation, and growth.

Job Duties:

• Implement activity programs in adherence to the monthly calendar.
• Collaborate in the planning of activity programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for the residents.
• Collaborate in the planning of appropriate programs for holidays and special events; assist in coordinating holiday decorations for the community.
• Collaborate in the preparation, organization, and distribution of the calendar of events each month.
• Observe residents participating in programs to gauge their enjoyment and obtain feedback to improve programming.
• Document resident participation in programs and self-directed activities.
• Communicate resident changes and program effectiveness with Activities Supervisor.
• Interact with residents, guests and staff in an atmosphere of hospitality.
• Protect the privacy of the resident when communicating oral and written information.
• Adhere to and enforce safety procedures.
• All other duties as assigned within the scope of the job.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required; Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred but not required.
• One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Culture: East Ridge at Cutler Bay offers a highly professional, engaging, team-centered environment where associates can grow professionally, and have a positive impact on the lives of the seniors that we serve. Everyone on our team – from housekeeping to dining, maintenance to healthcare – is committed to delivering the finest retirement experience to every resident, every day. If you have a passion for serving others and are dedicated to improving the lives of seniors, this is the employment opportunity for you!

Location: Just south of Miami, East Ridge is on 76 acres inside the city of Cutler Bay. We’re minutes from Palmetto Bay Golf Course, Matheson Hammock, Southland Mall, Zoo Miami, The Falls and so much more. A weekend getaway to the Keys is a sunny drive south on U.S. 1; Miami International Airport is about 30 minutes north.

Note: SantaFe Senior Living and all Communities requires all current and future associates to be fully-vaccinated for COVID-19 unless you receive an approved accommodation.

East Ridge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, East Ridge complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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