Memory Care Activities Assistant

Join Merrill Gardens as a Memory Care Activities Assistant

Location:

Merrill Gardens at Anthem, Anthem, Arizona

Pay: $16.00/hr – $18.00/hr

Shift: Thursday – Sunday. Must be able to work some weekends and holidays.

• Assists with planning, coordinating and participating in a variety of social events/outings to provide a vibrant and active community life to residents.
• Engages residents, families and the external community in activities and volunteer opportunities that promote socialization, expand personal interests, increase physical activity, and continue education.
• Tracks resident activity participation and works with the Assisted Living Program Director to adjust calendar events accordingly.
• Stays abreast of active aging and generational trends to enhance the community program; creates and shares relevant best practices with both community staff and Active Living Program Directors.
• Assists with developing community communications, such as activity calendars, to residents, families, and prospective residents.
• Transports and/or accompanies residents to and from outside activities, shopping trips, and appointments in community vehicles.
• Sets up and cleans up activities (e.g., moving furniture, setting up tables, chairs, etc.).
• Acknowledges residents’ special days (e.g., anniversaries and birthdays).
• Participates and attends all in‑service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Assists with ordering and managing supplies for all activities.
• Provides vehicle inspection as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma required; college degree or equivalent preferred.
• One to two years of related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with social activity involvement preferred.
• Senior living experience preferred.

This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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 & 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.

• 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.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.