Program Specialist

Summary

Resident Engagement Program Specialist (Memory Care)Join Silverado Sierra Vista, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We're a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.We're hiring a Nexus Specialist – a creative and compassionate team member who supports our signature Nexus Neighborhood by planning and facilitating meaningful activities aligned with resident interests and the Nexus Pillars. This role blends energy, empathy, and innovation to enhance the lives of residents in the early stages of dementia.Be a difference-maker with a memory care leader! You lead with heart, creativity, and integrity. You're dependable, enthusiastic, and thrive in a team-focused environment. You're passionate about helping others live with dignity, purpose, and joy.What You'll Be Doing:Plan and lead daily activities and community outings for Nexus residentsFoster engagement through hobbies, social connections, and purposeful involvementSupport resident participation in volunteer opportunities and community partnershipsAssist with conflict resolution and promote a positive, inclusive environmentCollaborate on Nexus marketing events and provide photos for social media and family updatesAssist with pet care in the Nexus neighborhoodMaintain flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as neededPerform other duties as assignedQualifications:High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferredExperience with activity planning, older adults, or memory care is a plusStrong interpersonal skills, creativity, and a passion for enhancing resident well-beingValid driver's license and clean driving record requiredReliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standardsWillingness to work outside regular hours based on business needsEffective communicator in verbal and written EnglishComfortable working around animals and petsActive role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)Why Choose Silverado?Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™Certified Great Place to Work® for seven consecutive yearsPaid training and strong internal mobilitySchedule: Full Time, multiple shifts available, Monday - Friday, weekends as needed, holidays are mandatoryAnticipated pay range $25 - $25 USDSilverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:401(k) matchingHealth, Dental and Vision InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Paid time offTuition reimbursement and professional development assistanceReferral programOther amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role.California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable). Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland SecurityEOE/M/F/D/V

Job Description

Resident Engagement Program Specialist (Memory Care)Join Silverado Sierra Vista, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We're a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.We're hiring a Nexus Specialist – a creative and compassionate team member who supports our signature Nexus Neighborhood by planning and facilitating meaningful activities aligned with resident interests and the Nexus Pillars. This role blends energy, empathy, and innovation to enhance the lives of residents in the early stages of dementia.Be a difference-maker with a memory care leader! You lead with heart, creativity, and integrity. You're dependable, enthusiastic, and thrive in a team-focused environment. You're passionate about helping others live with dignity, purpose, and joy.What You'll Be Doing:Plan and lead daily activities and community outings for Nexus residentsFoster engagement through hobbies, social connections, and purposeful involvementSupport resident participation in volunteer opportunities and community partnershipsAssist with conflict resolution and promote a positive, inclusive environmentCollaborate on Nexus marketing events and provide photos for social media and family updatesAssist with pet care in the Nexus neighborhoodMaintain flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as neededPerform other duties as assignedQualifications:High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferredExperience with activity planning, older adults, or memory care is a plusStrong interpersonal skills, creativity, and a passion for enhancing resident well-beingValid driver's license and clean driving record requiredReliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standardsWillingness to work outside regular hours based on business needsEffective communicator in verbal and written EnglishComfortable working around animals and petsActive role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)Why Choose Silverado?Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™Certified Great Place to Work® for seven consecutive yearsPaid training and strong internal mobilitySchedule: Full Time, multiple shifts available, Monday - Friday, weekends as needed, holidays are mandatoryAnticipated pay range $25 - $25 USDSilverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:401(k) matchingHealth, Dental and Vision InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Paid time offTuition reimbursement and professional development assistanceReferral programOther amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role.California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable). Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland SecurityEOE/M/F/D/V