Lifestyle & Leisure Specialist

Find a workplace where you are deeply appreciated, not only for the skills you offer, but for the individual you are. At Milestone, you’ll enter into a rewarding career where you’ll work with highly skilled professionals and do meaningful work in the lives of our senior residents. Join a welcoming environment that fosters strong relationships with the residents, their families, and your coworkers. We hope you’ll consider serving alongside us.

Anacortes, WA

Lighthouse Memory Care

<strong>At Lighthouse Memory Care,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/wa/anacortes/lighthouse-memory-care/our-community">our community</a>&nbsp;feels like one big family. Here, we strive to provide your loved one with the care, support, and structure they need to create new connections, continue to learn and grow, and discover joy in unexpected moments. In addition to the support we offer your loved one, we are here to serve you the family, helping you understand the changes that are occurring in your loved one, and offering you the support you need to continue moving forward.</strong> https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/wa/anacortes/lighthouse-memory-care/

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Full Time

Overview: <p><strong>Now Hiring (FT) Life and Leisure Specialist<br /><br /></strong><strong>$250 Sign On Bonus -<br /><br /></strong><strong><em>Paid out after 90 days</em></strong></p> <p>This position is responsible for carrying out resident activities of a given managed community including all internal activities under the direction of the Director, Lifestyle, and Leisure.</p> <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Pay is $16.00 an hour</li> <li>A company that is growing</li> <li>An awesome team that is passionate about seniors</li> <li>Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance</li> <li>Paid Time Off - Hire through 18 months - 56 hours maximum PTO hours that may be earned annually.</li> <li>7 Paid Holidays per year</li> <li>401K/Roth plan</li> <li>Company-paid life insurance</li> <li>Perks and Discounts Program</li> <li>Parental leave</li> <li>Educational/Personal Development Reimbursement Assistance</li> </ul>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Under the direction of the Lifestyle and Leisure Director, determine what level of activities resident requests to be a part of and orients all residents to the activity program and how to access activities.</li> <li>Arrange entertainment within budgetary allotments to come into the building for resident enjoyment.</li> <li>Promote all activities within the building in order to improve resident participation.</li> <li>Work with the Lifestyle and Leisure Director to organize events which includes planning, advertising, set-up, and clean-up.</li> <li>Organize transportation for activity outings and medical visits with the Assisted Living community.</li> <li>Ensure they and any employees reporting to them work in a safe manner and that unsafe actions are managed.</li> <li>Foster teamwork with co-workers, show initiative in overcoming obstacles, take actions that assist others beyond job responsibilities and have a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors.</li> <li>Seek out and perform other duties as assigned or needed.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li><strong>Candidates are required to be Covid 19 vaccinated prior to being hired.</strong></li> <li>High School Diploma or equivalent required.</li> <li>Higher education strongly preferred in Social Service, Business, or a field related to the position.</li> <li>Minimum of three years experience in Assisted Living preferred, but not necessary - will train!</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, strong personnel skills, and positive community relations skills are essential.</li> <li>Commercial Driving License (CDL) preferred, but not necessary.</li> <li>Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.</li> <li>Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Apply with your resume and cover letter TODAY to schedule your interview for this exciting opportunity!</strong></p> <p><strong>**Please DO NOT include the date of your graduation, if applicable on your resume or application. Thank you!**</strong></p>