At The Kensington Sierra Madre, career growth isn’t just encouraged, it’s built into the fabric of daily life. From your first day on the floor to long-term leadership roles, we provide the tools, coaching, and confidence to help you grow.
Our senior living training programs are designed for individuals who want more than a job, they want a lasting, meaningful career in senior care.
Whether you’re a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a Med Tech, or a professional ready to step into a leadership role, there’s a pathway here that supports your journey.
Let’s explore how we help team members grow, and hear directly from those who’ve already taken their next step forward.
From Day One: Personalized Onboarding and Mentorship
Your professional development begins with a warm welcome and structured onboarding.
New hires are paired with experienced mentors who guide them through the ins and outs of community life, resident care, and relationship-building.
These early weeks include:
- Shadow shifts with seasoned team members
- One-on-one check-ins with department leads
- Training on communication, safety, and dementia-specific care
- Exposure to The Kensington Club, Connections, and Haven memory care neighborhoods
Our goal is to build confidence, not just compliance, so every team member feels supported from the start.
Ongoing Education: Training That Evolves With You
As your skills grow, so do your opportunities. The Kensington Sierra Madre offers tiered training that includes:
- Monthly in-service sessions on topics like fall prevention, dementia behaviors, and infection control
- Hands-on workshops in caregiving techniques, resident engagement, and safety protocols
- Clinical skill refreshers led by our on-site nurses
- Guest educators offering specialized training in Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and palliative care
You won’t outgrow your role here, we invest in your ongoing education, every step of the way.
Certification Sponsorship and Advancement Opportunities
One of our proudest offerings is certification support for CNAs, Med Techs, and other team members pursuing formal advancement.
This includes:
- Tuition reimbursement or sponsorship for state certifications
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate class attendance
- In-house exam prep and practice skills labs
- Mentorship from experienced professionals already in the role you’re aiming for
Whether you’re looking to become a Med Tech, pursue your RN license, or explore specialized dementia care, we’ll help you chart a path and stick with you as you climb.
Career Ladder: How Real Team Members Have Grown
At The Kensington Sierra Madre, team members at every level are encouraged to set goals and explore pathways for advancement.
Whether someone begins as a CNA, dining team member, or caregiver, our career-ladder framework offers structured milestones and mentorship to help them move into more advanced roles.
Common career growth paths include:
- CNAs transitioning into Med Tech positions with certification support
- Dining team members exploring opportunities in life enrichment or activities coordination
- Care partners receive additional training to take on shift leadership responsibilities
- Tenured team members invited to participate in supervisor preparation programs
We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate outside education, sponsor certification coursework, and encourage internal promotions whenever possible.
Team members who engage in our development tracks often discover new strengths, expand their clinical skills, and build lasting confidence in their professional journey.
These training opportunities not only enhance care quality for our residents, they also create a workplace culture where growth is visible, celebrated, and achievable.
Leadership Development and Internal Promotions
For team members interested in leading others, we offer:
- Supervisor readiness workshops
- Conflict resolution and communication training
- Opportunities to lead in-house initiatives and programs
- Promotion consideration based on both tenure and impact
Our leadership team regularly meets with frontline team members to identify emerging leaders, encourage cross-training, and offer shadowing opportunities.
We believe in promoting from within, because those who know our residents best often make the most compassionate and effective leaders.
Why Our Training Approach Matters
In a field like senior care, staying current is critical, but staying connected is just as important.
Our training is:
- Interactive and hands-on, never just check-the-box modules
- Rooted in real relationships, with mentorship that feels personal
- Tailored to memory care, so our team is prepared to meet the unique needs of our residents
- Backed by Our Promise to love and care for your family as we do our own, and that begins with supporting our team
We don’t just want you to succeed here. We want you to belong here.
Supporting Your Career with Trusted Resources
Interested in learning more about healthcare career growth trends and support programs?
The U.S. Department of Labor’s CareerOneStop provides helpful information on caregiver training options, certification pathways, and professional development resources for those looking to advance in the senior living field.
Take the Next Step in Your Career with Us
If you’re looking for a workplace that will challenge you, support you, and grow with you, The Kensington Sierra Madre is hiring.
Our senior living training programs are designed to build confidence, knowledge, and upward mobility, no matter where you’re starting from.
Explore open senior living career roles and apply now. The next step in your career might just begin with a conversation, and a community that believes in you.