Lifestyles Associate

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Westminster Place Location: Longview, TX - Onsite Address: 2201 Horseshoe Lane Longview, TX 75605 Job Schedule
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Full-Time

We are seeking a Lifestyle Associate to join our community committed to delivering outstanding food to our residents. As a Lifestyle Associate, you will play a n important role in all phases of planning activities that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!

• Develop, plan and implement social, recreational, spiritual and educational activities for residents.
• Encourage, motivate and assist residents to participate in social, recreational, spiritual and educational activities as determined by individual assessment; take part personally in activities.
• Assist and facilitate organized parties, games, trips, and other departmental activities in which residents participate campus-wide.
• Counsel residents at least once monthly.
• Participate in the development of interdisciplinary care plans for residents in cooperation with appropriate staff; document resident programs.
• Order activity supplies; coordinate the maintenance of music and craft supplies. Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of activity room, storage areas and office.

• Requires understanding and ability to use simple arithmetic and grammar with accuracy. This level of knowledge is normally associated with the attainment of a High School Diploma (or G.E.D.). High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) required.
• Completes and meets required training and certification requirements of the company and governing authorities; e.g., food handlers certificate.
• Requires proficient ability to speak, read and write English.
• Requires ability to understand and carry out detailed oral and written instructions. Requires ability to convey detailed oral and written instructions which can be understood and carried out by residents, guests, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Requires ability to plan, promote, and direct community service programs in the interest of residents. Requires ability to evaluate and assign volunteers to appropriate tasks.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over
60 years of experience, we’re dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you’re seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.