Senior Living Active Living Assistant (Driver)

Senior Living Active Living Assistant - Driver

Are you passionate about working with seniors and creating opportunities for meaningful connection, engagement, and fun? Do you enjoy planning activities, exploring new experiences, and helping others stay active and connected? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!

Merrill Gardens at Sherwood is currently accepting applications for an Active Living Assistant - Driver to help create engaging experiences and enriching activities for residents in our senior living communities.

If you are an enthusiastic, dependable, and creative individual who enjoys working with seniors, we would love the opportunity to speak with you! Please APPLY TODAY!

Family means everything to us. From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.

We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently, and for the past 30 years our long-term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.

We offer our full-time employees:

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Paid time off – 7 holidays and 11 vacation days.

• Free daily meal every shift.

• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!

• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.

• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.

• Pet insurance and team member discounts.

• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.

• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

We offer our part-time employees:

• Free daily meal every shift.

• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.

• Pet insurance and team member discounts.

• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.

• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Our Active Living Assistants:

• Help plan, coordinate, and lead engaging activities, social events, outings, and special programs based on resident interests and needs.

• Encourage resident participation in cultural, educational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social activities.

• Transport or accompany residents to outings, shopping trips, and appointments while prioritizing their safety and comfort.

• Track resident participation and collaborate with the Active Living Program Director to enhance activities and programming.

• Prepare activity calendars and communications for residents, families, and prospective residents.

• Set up and clean up activities, manage supplies, and help celebrate residents’ birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions.

• Support community tours and assist with other departmental needs as assigned.

• Maintain community vehicles, complete inspections as needed, and promptly report any vehicle concerns.

If you are someone with:

• A high school diploma or GED; a bachelor's degree is preferred.

• One to two years of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A positive attitude, creativity, enthusiasm, and a genuine interest in working with seniors.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.

• A driving record in good standing and the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License, if applicable, within 90 days of hire.

• First Aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire, where required by state regulations.

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

• Experience designing or coordinating social activities and previous senior living experience are preferred.

Physical Requirements:

This role involves frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and moving activity equipment and furniture. Team members must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, and seldom lift up to 75 pounds. Additional pushing, pulling, and physical movement may be required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Consider applying to become an Active Living Assistant with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!

Yes You Can have a meaningful Career!

Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.