Buckner Retirement Services Community: The Stayton at Museum Way, by Buckner Location: Fort Worth, TX - Onsite Address: 2501 Museum Way, Fort Worth, TX 76107 Job Schedule : Full-Time We are seeking a Lifestyles Associate to join our community committed to delivering outstanding service to our residents. As a Lifestyles Associate, you will play a n important role in all resident activities that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others! What you'll do: Develop, plan and implement social, recreational, spiritual and educational activities for residents. Encourage, motivate and assist residents to participate in social, recreational, spiritual and educational activities as determined by individual assessment; take part personally in activities. Assist and facilitate organized parties, games, trips, and other departmental activities in which residents participate campus-wide. Counsel residents at least once monthly. Participate in the development of interdisciplinary care plans for residents in cooperation with appropriate staff; document resident programs. Order activity supplies; coordinate the maintenance of music and craft supplies. Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of activity room, storage areas and office. Recruit, train, coordinate and actively work with volunteers assigned to assist with activities. Make appropriate arrangements for off-campus group activities. Coordinate transportation for residents to off-campus activities. Post daily activities and special events. Conduct night and weekend functions as needed; coordinate seasonal decorating. What you βll bring : Requires understanding and ability to use simple arithmetic and grammar with accuracy. This level of knowledge is normally associated with the attainment of a High School Diploma (or G.E.D.). High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) required. Requires proficient working knowledge and skill in recreation, creative arts, crafts, music, Completes and meets required training and certification requirements of Buckner and governing authorities; e.g. food handlers certificate. Requires ability to understand and carry out detailed oral and written instructions. Requires ability to convey detailed oral and written instructions which can be understood and carried out by residents, guests, volunteers, and co-workers. Requires ability to plan, promote, and direct community service programs in the interest of residents. Requires ability to evaluate and assign volunteers to appropriate tasks. Requires ability to work under flexible and busy schedules; some nights and weekends required. Requires ability to work under minimal supervision while exercising excellent professional judgment. Requires ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, guests, co-workers and the public; ability to communicate effective orally and in writing. Requires ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and hospitality in the delivery of services to residents. Requires ability to encourage dignity and self-esteem in residents, utilizing basic knowledge of human behavior and basic knowledge of physical/emotional needs and modalities of senior adults. About Buckner Retirement Services : Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants β with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, βage, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.
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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.
Support roles in senior living β housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work β are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.
Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being β isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.
What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day
Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.
For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule β cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.
Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue β everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming β exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings β and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.
DFW Area Salary Data
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of
$12.93/hr ($26,894/yr).
The typical range is $11.12 – $14.51/hr
(25th–75th percentile).
Entry Level (10th)$22,381/yr
DFW Median$26,894/yr
Experienced (90th)$36,005/yr
vs. National Median-24.9%
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area).
Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.