Outstanding employee is an Everyday Hero at senior living community
Moving up the ladder from student worker to administrative assistant in Dining Services, Lauren Maddaloni exemplifies Cedar Crest‘s Everyday Heroes. Lauren says the best part about working at Cedar Crest, an Erickson Senior Living community in Pequannock, New Jersey, is the connections she’s formed with residents.
“The residents make each day enjoyable no matter what is going on because they are appreciative of everything that we do for them. Not a day goes by that I don’t hear thank you from at least one resident,” said Lauren. “Being able to help residents and make a difference in their lives is truly rewarding.”
Lauren, who started as wait staff in 2007 at the age of 15, has been promoted several times at Cedar Crest to Dining Services associate to Barista to her current position assisting the Dining Services leadership team. She is also a member of the Values and Safety committees and co-chairs Cedar Crest’s Diversity and Inclusion committee. In April, the committee organized a successful fundraiser for Autism Awareness Month.
In addition to her dedication to her job, Lauren continues to pursue her higher education. This past summer, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Hospitality and Management from Johnson & Wales and is currently pursuing her master’s degree. She took advantage of Cedar Crest’s Tuition Reimbursement program when eligible and was a recipient of a scholarship from the community’s scholarship fund when she was a student worker.
“My leadership team has been so supportive of me pursuing my career and educational goals,” said Lauren. “Cedar Crest is an amazing place to work because it is like a family. It’s an open and warm environment filled with people who care.”
“Lauren is an outstanding employee who is hardworking, creative, a team player, and always willing to help when needed,” said Director of Dining Services Paul Cimins. “We are so proud of her accomplishments and look forward to seeing her continue to grow in her career at Cedar Crest.”
Cedar Crest employs more than 950 employees and was voted a Best Place to Work by NJ.com/Star Ledger for two consecutive years.
When people join Cedar Crest’s team of everyday heroes, they gain more than a great job in a booming industry—they gain unparalleled access to an array of rich experiences, knowledge, and opportunities that will prove invaluable to their personal and professional growth. What’s also rewarding for them is that they get to change lives for the better. For more information about Cedar Crest careers, visit https://www.ericksonseniorliving.com/careers.
About Cedar Crest: Cedar Crest, one of 21 continuing care retirement communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, is situated on a scenic 130-acre campus in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. The not-for-profit community of more than 1,800 residents and 1,000 employees is governed by its own board of directors, affiliated with National Senior Campuses, Inc., who provide independent financial and operational oversight of the community. Additional information about Cedar Crest can be found at CedarCrestCommunity.com.
