Life Enrichment Activities Assistant

Monarch Communities•Bernards, NJ

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Assistant implements assigned programs and events to meet residents’ needs, interests, and capabilities within the community. The role assists with planning activities, documenting resident histories and profiles with resident and family involvement, and engaging residents in daily programs and between scheduled activities. The assistant also helps prepare and distribute the monthly social program calendar, drives the community vehicle for resident outings, attends scheduled in-service training, and follows applicable regulations and community policies. The position is part-time, hourly, and non-exempt, with a stated pay range of $20.00–$21.00 per hour. It reports to the Life Enrichment Director.

Requirements

Related experience leading programs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel), and ability to learn new applications.
Ability to drive the community vehicle for resident outings.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities and lift or carry up to 25 pounds using proper body mechanics.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and implementing programs that meet residents’ needs and interests.
Assist with creating resident histories and profiles with resident and family involvement.
Engage residents in daily programs and handle program setup and cleanup.
Assist with creating and distributing the monthly social program calendar to community personnel and residents.
Keep residents engaged between planned programs.
Drive the community vehicle for resident outings.
Participate in and attend scheduled in-service training.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and community policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.