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Active Living Program Assistant/Driver

Merrill Gardens
Merrill Gardens Salary
Santa Cruz, CA Part Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026
Senior Living Active Living Assistant

Are you passionate about working with seniors? Are you dedicated to supporting seniors on their wellness journey to ensure they are provided with an atmosphere that values individualism and dignity? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is currently accepting applications for an Active Living Assistant to help support residents within our beautiful community residents call home.

If you are a compassionate, caring, responsible, and honest individual who genuinely loves working with the senior population, we would love the opportunity to speak with you! Please APPLY TODAY!

Family means everything to us. From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.

We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently and for the past 30 years our long-term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.

We offer our full-time employees:

  • 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!


We offer our part-time employees:

  • 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!


Our Active Living Assistants are responsible for:

  • Developing Activities:
    • Collaborating with the Active Living Program Director to design and implement activities suitable for residents transitioning from AL to Memory Care.
    • Delivering, leading, or conducting program activities effectively.
    • Coordinating at least one family activity per month.
    • Presenting a professional demeanor that embodies service, goodwill, and genuine interest in residents’ needs.
    • Familiarizing yourself with residents in the community.
    • Observing residents’ ability to perform daily ADLs and social skills, reporting potential issues or opportunities to appropriate staff.
    • Encouraging and motivating residents in all areas, assisting when necessary.
    • Participating in all employer-provided training.
    • Assuming duties of Activities staff in their absence.


Skill Requirements:

  • Maintain confidentiality of employer, Team Members, and residents.
  • Follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Accurately maintain all department-related records.
  • Effectively communicate ideas both verbally and in writing.
  • Utilize active listening skills when engaging with residents and Team Members.
  • Represent and promote activities and programs as a team member.
  • Organize and manage both information and time effectively.


If you are someone with:

  • High School diploma required; College Degree or equivalent preferred.
  • One to two years of related experience, training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Class B driver’s license with passenger endorsement.
  • Experience in social activity involvement (preferred).
  • Senior living experience (preferred).


Actual pay rate within the stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws.

Physical Requirements:

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.

Consider applying to become an Active Living Assistant with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!

Yes, You Can have a meaningful Career!

Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $20 - $24

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