Benefits of Being a Community Associate vs. Working for a Staffing Agency
Benefits of Being a Community Associate vs. Working for a Staffing Agency
Northbridge Talent Acquisition Specialist, Shaunda Belanger, is instrumental in making sure our communities get matched with the best candidates to join our community associate teams. Working so closely with the communities, Shaunda has a unique perspective of the benefits to working directly for a senior living community compared to working for a staffing agency. In this blog, Shaunda shares the benefits of working for a Northbridge senior living community.
When choosing whether to work directly for an assisted living community or working for a staffing agency, there are many factors to consider:
What are your individual goals and priorities?
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Do you need stability or are you comfortable with the uncertainty of not having regular shifts?
Do you enjoy caring for the same individuals daily and having the opportunity to build relationships with them?
Benefits of working directly for a Northbridge Assisted Living Community:
- Direct Employment: being our direct employee offers more job security and stability. With over 20 years in business, Northbridge has proven to be a stable employer!
- Benefits and Perks: our associates have access to our excellent benefits, such as healthcare, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
- Community Integration: working directly for our communities can foster a stronger sense of belonging within the community and give you the opportunity to provide continuity of care for your residents.
- Career Advancement: there are more opportunities for professional growth and advancement within Northbridge Communities.
Benefits of working for an agency:
- Variety of Experience: working for an agency can expose you to different environments and practices, which can enhance your skills and experience.
- Potential for Higher Hourly Rate: the hourly rate working for an agency is often higher, although they are not offering any benefits or paid time off.
It’s important to weigh each of these factors based on your personal and professional priorities to make the best decision for your situation and your family. In this past year, we have had many people who have previously worked for an agency decide to become a Northbridge Associate because they are not getting the shifts necessary through agency. Many direct care workers are enjoying the stability that working directly for a community can bring. If you have further questions, we would love to speak with you!
Interested in learning more about a job at a Northbridge community near you, connect with Shaunda on LinkedIn!
View our careers website today to view open positions, what a day working at Northbridge is like, and why our associates love to work here.
As a New England senior living company, we pride ourselves in being the local choice for families in need of assisted living or memory care. We look to our teams of associates to truly make our communities home for our residents. Whether that’s a helping hand or a moment to listen to a story, our associates are dedicated and compassionate. With 18 communities in Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, we hope you’ll find your home here too. If you already love what you do, and want to love where you work, apply now! We look forward to meeting you.