The culture in our workplace is a reflection of our core values and the way we work and lead. The way we work and lead at Morningstar Living can be described by this acronym…C E O, and that doesn’t stand for Chief Executive Officer…it is the code for our workplace culture.
Residents who reside at Moravian Hall Square and Heritage Village, and clients we serve throughout the greater Lehigh Valley, are at the center of our universe. Everything we do at Morningstar Living revolves around our relationships with our CUSTOMERS.
Success at Morningstar Living begins with a vision. From there communication of the vision is translated into plans by team members to make that vision become reality. Self-directed work teams are empowered throughout the organization to make operational decisions and take ownership of and be accountable for results.
We believe the only way our organization can be successful is when every team member has a vision and plan to exceed in the performance of their role at Morningstar Living. And that requires us to help team members reach for new opportunities to grow professionally. Morningstar Living provides ongoing training, performance coaching and education scholarships to prepare team members for opportunities that enable them to achieve their career goals.
Having a diverse workforce creates so many opportunities for us to incorporate different beliefs, perspectives and experiences into our resident and client needs. Our goal is to attract top talent who feel valued, engaged and inspired to do their best work at Morningstar Living, regardless of religion, nationality, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status…because we value a workplace that is diverse and inclusive.
Morningstar Living’s greatest asset is its’ workforce. So we are totally committed to developing the talent of our diverse team.
Our goal is to maximize the potential of each individual team member through professional development programs and resources that are designed to help you be more successful in your role at Morningstar Living and your career.
To help you advance your career to higher levels of pay, responsibility and authority, we have developed a Career Ladder so you know what is required in order for you to achieve the next step in your career at Morningstar Living.
Education, training and experience are identified to gain knowledge, skills and abilities that prepare you for the tasks, assignments and projects you will work on once you reach the next level on the ladder. Our Career Ladder ensures that there is a clear path to your career growth at Morningstar Living.
Morningstar Living recognizes the value of continuing education for you and for our organization. The purpose of our Educational Assistance Program is to provide you with financial resources that can help you pay for an education that increases your present job skills and knowledge. Ultimately, this will enhance your potential for promotion opportunities at Morningstar Living.
Full-time and part-time team members who work more than 20 hours per week are eligible to apply for this assistance.
“Morningstar Living’s Educational Assistance Program and Staff Development Scholarship Fund helped me pay for my college education. I was able to complete my college internship in the Marketing Department and was hired for a full-time marketing position after I graduated.”
Morningstar Living uses a non-traditional process to coach the performance of team members to align with the goals of the organization. The process, called GPS (Goal + Planning = Success) is carried out through individual one-on-one coaching sessions that occur frequently throughout the year.
The outcome is informal interactions between Coach and team member in the planning for personal success that results when individual team member goals are aligned with the goals of the organization. Our GPS process creates a deeper relationship between team members and their coaches. As a result, team members become active participants in their own professional development.
Morningstar Living believes volunteerism is an important way to develop professional and leadership skills. Participation in workplace volunteer programs is encouraged to address societal causes that are important to the community in which we live and work. Tens of thousands of hours are donated annually by team members who serve on director boards of community-based organizations; volunteer at specific community initiatives; and donate time, talent and money to provide services to people living throughout the Lehigh Valley.
Working at an organization that builds lifestyle campuses for retirees gives you an added benefit…you have access to excellent outdoor amenities to walk, read and take in the beautiful natural environments that have been preserved and enhanced with walking trails, fountains and patios.
A state-of-the-art fitness center is available to team members. The center is equipped with weight equipment, chest and leg presses, ellipticals, treadmills and stationery and spinning bikes. Aerobic and spin classes are also offered.
The Good Spirit Café is open to employees for breakfast, lunch and dinner and anytime snacks. The menu features a large selection of healthy, made-to-order items, home-made soups, salads and hot-specialized entrees. Perfect for your meal break or “take home” enough for the whole family.
The Good Spirit General Store is the place where you can purchase cards, snacks, health and beauty supplies, slippers, jewelry, bags and gift items. Merchandise changes often throughout the year to include seasonal and holiday gifts and decorations. Team members even get a discount!
Having a desire to pursue a greater career path, or grow in your current career, is something Morningstar Living is proud to support. At the end of the day, Morningstar Living’s goal is to help our team members shine their brightest!
