Location:

Greenspring is a beautiful 58-acre continuing care retirement community located in the heart of Fairfax County in Springfield, Virginia. We’re part of a growing network of communities developed and managed by Erickson Senior Living, a national provider of senior living and health care with campuses in 11 states—and growing. 

We are hiring an Activities Associate for our Intermissions Department who can bring their gift of compassion to our residents and family members who deal with the challenges of dementia.

How you will make an impact:

• Co-leading social activity-based programming for Intermission participants.
• Adopting a person-centered approach and an environment that supports the needs of each individual resident.
• Designing and implementing creative programming.
• Assisting in program operation by leading activities and transporting residents to and from programs.
• Engaging in mealtime preparations.
• Completing daily attendance records.

Compensation: Up to $18.00/hour based on experience

What we offer: 

• Competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, and PTO in accordance with applicable state law.
• 401k for all employees 18 and over. Company contribution up to 3% once eligible.
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement, and student loan refinancing partnership programs are available.
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all employees over 18 years of age.
• A "career for life" approach to professional and personal development for our greatest asset; our employees. 
• Free onsite parking at all of our communities and corporate offices
• A culture of diversity and inclusion, which builds on our values, vision, and mission.
• Discounted meals in our restaurants.
• Gated community with 24/7 security.

What you will need:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Programming/activity experience is preferred.
• Patience, flexibility, and the sincere interest and desire to work with residents affected by dementia.
• Flexibility in work schedule to include evenings/weekends.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.