Memory Care Recreation Assistant

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$23.25/hr - $26.00/hr

$23.25 - $26.00 per hour | Discounted Staff Meals!

Era Living is seeking a part-time Terrace Recreation Assistant II to become the newest member of our Life Enrichment team located in our Ida Culver House, Broadview Community, Seattle, WA. We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic, and team-oriented person to brainstorm new ideas, plan and implement activities, and help enhance the quality of life of our residents. Available shifts: two four-hour shifts on Sundays and Mondays, for a total of 8 hours per week.

• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)
• 1 hour vacation for every 37.15 hours paid to start
• Double pay for holidays worked
• 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity bonuses
• Employee discount programs
• Pre-tax election commuter benefits

• Coordinate and lead group, individual and resident orientation activities
• Set up and clean-up of space/supplies/equipment for activities, classes and events
• Support new resident orientation activities as required
• Coordinate events, including booking, catering and advertising; develop and maintain a list of scenic drives and destinations
• Provide transportation for recreation trips for residents as needed, assist residents in and out of the bus or vehicle as required.
• Provide clerical support
• Document resident participation
• Oversee Cognitive Enrichment, Physical Fitness and Social programming

• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Experience leading group activities and fitness programs
• Demonstrated excellence in time management and attention to detail, consistently meeting stringent deadlines within designated time frames
• Ability to provide safe toileting and mobility support for residents when on external community outings as required
• Possess and maintain a valid WA State Driver License and driving record compliant with Era Living Qualified and Authorized Drivers policy, required; must be 25 years’ old
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Ability to pass DSHS background check, required

• High School diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• CTRS preferred.
• Previous experience working with older adults or persons with cognitive impairments, preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Food Handler’s Certificate or able to obtain within 14 days of hire
• Washington State Alcohol Permit or able to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Complete Caregiver Dementia and Caregiver Mental Health training within 120 days of hire
• Must complete 70 hour course to earn a long term care aide certificate within 120 days of hire
• Complete 12 hours of Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) yearly (completed by birthdate)

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application! Era Living was voted “2025 Winner:
Best in the Pacific Northwest - Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.