Recreation Assistant Memory Care

$23.80 - $26.50 per hour | Great benefits! Free Meals! Free Parking!

Era Living is seeking a full-time Terrace Recreation Assistant II to become the newest member of our Life Enrichment team located in The Gardens at Town Square community, Bellevue, 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 will be scheduled Tuesday – Saturday, 08:30am – 05:00pm.

• Medical/vision/prescription drug plan
• Dental plan
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)
• Progressive vacation package starting at 7 days per year
• 8 paid holidays per year; double pay for holidays worked
• 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity bonuses
• Employee discount programs
• Discounted ORCA commuter pass

The Terrace Recreation Assistant II supports the Life Enrichment program in our memory care unit, providing direction in the general recreation program, the physical fitness program, or the cognitive enrichment program. All duties must be performed while ensuring resident safety, maintaining confidentiality, and showing sensitivity to the needs and concerns of older adults.

• 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; 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 (not required if worked in boarding home setting in 2011)
• 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.