Life Enrichment Aide

North Central Health Care • Town of Wausau, WI

3d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Aide – CNA assists in developing and implementing engaging, person-centered activity programs to meet the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs of residents. This position supports meaningful engagement and improved quality of life through structured and spontaneous activities, both in group settings and one-on-one interactions. Duties may also include limited CNA support tasks, transportation for outings, and collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to promote holistic resident well-being.

Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Current Wisconsin CNA license
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in activities, recreation, or social programming.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license and maintain unrestricted driving privileges throughout employment and have use of a personal vehicle.
• Must meet and continue to meet all requirements for insurability under the organization's vehicle insurance policy.
• Must be authorized to operate any vehicle and transport clients, patients, or staff as required by the position.

Nice To Haves

• Current BLS certification
• Minimum of 1 year experience planning and executing activities with geriatric residents in a care setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and lead group, small group, sensory, and one-on-one activity programs that encourage socialization, self-expression, and enjoyment.
• Tailor programming to meet residents’ varying functional and cognitive levels, particularly within the dementia program.
• Motivate and engage residents using creative, therapeutic, and individualized approaches.
• Support spiritual, recreational, intellectual, and emotional activities consistent with person-centered care.
• Coordinate and lead special events, theme days, and community outings to foster connection and enjoyment.
• Prepare materials and ensure proper setup and cleanup for activities.
• Encourage independent leisure by providing individualized materials or adaptive tools.
• Assist residents with meals, mobility, transfers, and toileting needs as appropriate.
• Maintain required CNA documentation and comply with care standards and privacy regulations.
• Provide support and supervision during community events and offsite programs.
• Accurately document resident attendance, engagement levels, and observations in Matrix or other approved systems.
• Report behavioral or condition changes promptly to nursing or supervisory staff.
• Participate in care planning discussions as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and facility privacy standards.
• Assist with housekeeping related to programming areas (cleaning tables, sanitizing materials, tidying rooms).
• Maintain safe and organized program environments.
• Support volunteer coordination and orientation.
• Assist with facility decorations, event setups, and seasonal displays.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PTO
• paid holidays
• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• on-site bistro and cafeteria
• pharmacy
• newly updated facility
• life insurance
• accident insurance
• hospital insurance
• employee assistance program
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) - hybrid defined benefit plan with 100% employer match on employee contribution
• 401(k) or defined contribution plan elements
• defined benefit plan elements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed