Join Our Team
Live Your Life, Love Your Job
At Carlton, we know it takes a special group of individuals to help our residents live their lives to the fullest, surrounded by love, kindness, and care. We believe happy employees ensure happy residents. With attractive benefits, hands-on training, and opportunities for career advancement, we take great pride in recruiting people who embrace and embody our unique culture of caring. Explore careers with us and join a team where your compassion and dedication make a meaningful difference every day.
Benefits & Perks
401(k) Profit Sharing Retirement Plan with Discretionary Company Match
Start planning your future now by saving money and contributing to your 401(k) plan! You won’t pay taxes on the amount you decide to contribute. For example, if you choose to contribute $25 per pay period, your net check will only be approximately $19 less.
Complimentary Employee Meals
Each employee is provided a complimentary meal during their workday’s regularly scheduled meal period. (The burger and fries are a favorite, but we offer many other delicious choices!)
Vacation & Sick Pay
On day one of employment, you’ll begin accruing California Paid Sick Leave (PSL). At six months of employment, you’ll begin accruing vacation time.
Live Training
We provide paid, hands-on training to ensure everyone on our team is prepared to serve our residents best. Our highly trained Carlton University instructors will certify you in First Aid and CPR and provide education on the Positive Approaches to Care® and other position-specific topics to help you succeed in your role.
ImmediatePay
Through ImmediatePay, you can access your earned but unpaid wages when you need it most. Simply download the ImmediatePay app and transfer up to 50% of your earned wages to your bank account after your shift. Once enrolled in ImmediatePay, you can also access free financial wellness tools!
Employee Incentive Programs
We believe in rewarding our employees for their valuable contributions toward our collective success. Become a mentor and train our new employees to earn an extra $0.50/hour per mentee. Refer a family or friend to earn an extra $0.25/hour per referral. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn more while making a positive impact on the community.
Health Insurance
Carlton offers an array of benefits, including medical, vision, and dental coverage, as well as life and long-term disability insurance. Others include voluntary benefits such as a Flexible Spending Account and an Employee Assistance Plan.
- Choose between three health insurance plans through Kaiser
- Vision through EyeMed at a low cost with $130+ allowances toward frames or contact lenses
- Dental through Guardian, which pays 100% of preventative care
Fitness & Education Reimbursements
We support our employees’ desire to grow professionally and maintain a healthy lifestyle. That’s why we offer an Education Reimbursement and Fitness Reimbursement program.
Choose any gym or virtual fitness program and we’ll reimburse your monthly membership fee of up to $50! Additionally, eligible employees can receive up to $1,000 per calendar year to cover education expenses.
Honoring Our "Best of the Best"
At Carlton Senior Living, we take pride in recognizing the exceptional contributions of our team members across all 32 community positions, spanning all shifts at our 11 communities. Our “Best of the Best” awards celebrate individuals in various roles—from care partners and sales assistants to executive directors and dishwashers—who exemplify Carlton’s core values. These dedicated team members help create the warm, welcoming, and nurturing environment that defines our communities.
Meet our “Best of the Best” winners and see how they make a difference every day!
What Our Team Members Are Saying
We take pride in fostering an extraordinary employee experience. But don’t just take our word for it – let our dedicated team members do the talking! We’ve gathered a word cloud of their invaluable insights, directly drawn from their heartfelt comments on the Trust Index™ Survey.
Team Spotlights
Inspiration
Taking care of my grandmother while she was living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s inspired me to pursue a career in senior living. Since joining Carlton, the amazing residents and team have motivated me to follow my dreams and live my life by the motto ‘do what makes you happy.’ It’s because of their presence and inspiration that I’ve found my passion for helping others in need and have embarked on pursuing my dream of becoming a nurse.
Jimmy D.
Carlton Elk Grove
Medication Technician — Since 2015
I Love My Team
My community feels like family. I enjoy connecting with residents and think of them as my honorary grandparents. I love my team and the fun and welcoming work environment.
Andrea M.
Carlton Pleasant Hill - Martinez
Waitstaff — Since 2021
Discover and Find My True Potential
Carlton has allowed me to discover and find my true potential through my intrinsic passion for serving others. Finding a career that I love has given me the chance to grow, achieve great success, and embrace each day with fulfillment. As a leader, I encourage others to find their potential, pursue their dreams, and embark on a career path that is both rewarding and abounding with opportunity.
Marybel P.
Carlton Home Office
Memory Care Specialist — Since 2009
Experience Our Culture of Caring
Our incredible culture sets us apart, built on the Carlton Commitments: Love, Honor, and Provide. Since 1985, Carlton’s family-founded, family-focused approach has been rooted in exceptional care, diverse activities, and compassionate staff. For 40 years and counting, we’ve been honored to serve seniors and their families, helping them live full and meaningful lives.
Carlton's Story