FT Life Engagement Partner

RiverWoods Exeter•Exeter, NH

26d•Onsite

About The Position

RiverWoods Exeter is currently hiring for a Life Engagement Facilitator (Activities Assistant) to join our Healthcare team and work with our residents towards leading a more active lifestyle and engaging in programs with our residents, many of whom have greater cognitive and physical support needs. This is a full time position working a 5 day work week, additionally working every 3rd weekend required.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Computer skills are also preferred.

Nice To Haves

Continued education in related field preferred but not required.
Preferred experience in healthcare or related field.

Responsibilities

Connect with residents, lead group activities and share enriching experiences to promote purpose and meaning in their lives.
Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing and evaluating the activities program of the facility.
Implement activity procedures as directed by the Life Engagement Manager by creating decorations, setting up necessary equipment and crafts, escorting residents to and from activity areas, assist in scheduling residents for activities, supervise activities as necessary.
Encourage residents to participate in activities, promote conversations with residents on a regular basis, routinely visit residents, conduct individual and/or group activities to encourage purpose and meaning in the lives of the residents.
Develops professional relationships with a wide range of residents, family members, co-workers and supervisors which allows open communication based on mutual respect.