Brooksby Village Recruits Top Talent by Offering Top Job Satisfaction

For job seekers looking for an all-around meaningful, inclusive, and satisfying work environment, Erickson Senior Living offers that and more.

At Erickson, attracting top employees is a key focus while expanding and enhancing the myriad offerings to residents at our managed communities. With agility, we adapt to the ever-changing job market, ensuring our company and communities are employers of choice.

For James DiBello, a full-time prep cook at Brooksby Village in Peabody, Mass., working at Brooksby is a breath of fresh air.

“I don't have a culinary background, but I know how to cook. My father's side of the family are Italian Sicilians, and they love to cook,” James says. “I've heard a lot about Brooksby for a long time. After working in retail for a decade, I wanted to try something different. So, I took a leap of faith with Brooksby!”

Job seekers like James are looking for five top factors in today’s market: higher compensation, a positive company culture, focus on well-being, and commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion in financially stable organizations, according to the 2023 Indeed & Glassdoor Hiring and Workplace Trends Report.

 James appreciates Erickson’s focus on culture and its core promises to team members, including financial stability, a vibrant work experience, and commitment to health and well-being.

Inspired to give food service a try by the TV series “The Bear,” James started as a dishwasher, quickly moved up to prep cook, and was nominated for the Employee of the Month, for “going above and beyond.” He is thrilled with his co-workers, and his easy commute.

“I love that it's only a 20-minute walk from home,” James says. “And there are such good people here. I'm pleasantly surprised each day people here are so kind, helpful, and thoughtful. They’re willing to help, teach and train.”

That friendly, supportive atmosphere at communities like Brooksby is built on a foundation of meaningful relationships between residents and co-workers, providing a complete workplace experience to more than 16,000 team members like James. Erickson communities offer employees more than just a job, but opportunities and support for achieving their goals, through further education, professional development, a healthy work-life balance and more.

“I'm very grateful for my job at Brooksby, and I’m making the best use of my time here, because I also want to go back to school,” James says.

Meanwhile, Erickson offers unique perks such as Annual Well-Being Visits, on-site Employee Health and Well-Being Centers, and access to wellness workshops, fitness challenges, and health trackers via the Health Advocate app. The Wellness Fund reimburses team members enrolled in an ESL medical plan up to $260 for wellness expenses. This can help pay for gym memberships, running shoes, a Fitbit, massages, and more.

Plus, a robust program at each community includes employee-driven committees, educating, raising awareness, and coordinating events around diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusion.

“The services we offer to more than 30,000 residents nationwide are only as good as the people providing them,” says Alan Butler, Chief Executive Officer of Erickson Senior Living. “So, we take the hiring process very seriously, identifying the best people. As a growth company with a bright future, we strive to be the employer of choice by providing an unparalleled workplace experience.”

James agrees. “The workplace experience is huge for me,” he says. “I work with really good people, good management.”

“For anyone who wants to be in the culinary world, who's passionate about cooking, always remember to cook from the heart and soul, because you'll achieve greater success when you do.” James adds. “And anyone looking for a fresh start, new job, or something different, Brooksby Village is the place to work. But that change depends on you. You must take the first step for change to happen!”

To learn more about open positions and career benefits at Brooksby Village, visit https://www.ericksonseniorlivingcareers.com/.