Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant - Part Time
About The Position
The Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant will engage residents in daily programming and entertainment. Assists the Director in the creation of activities designed to meet the individualized needs of our residents. Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role. Artis Senior Living is a portfolio of 25 Assisted Living and Memory Care communities serving over 1,500 families today. To empower our residents to live more independently, we build a bridge between their lifelong identity and their present daily life. By gathering a thorough and thoughtful understanding of their history, interests, and personal qualities, we create a structure and routine that promotes better health, reduces stress and increases engagement and joy - that's why we like to say we are good at "Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today."
Requirements
- Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.
- Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia
- Willingness to work with the elderly population
Responsibilities
- Create and develop programs that meet the individualized needs of the resident population at the community.
- Brainstorm event ideas using Partnership Profiles.
- Set up and break down needed materials before and after programs.
- Assist in resident outings.
- Track resident attendance and participation.
- Communicate with DLE for needed activity supplies.
- Utilize the Partnership Profile to develop appropriate programs of interest to the residents.
- Utilize the associate Partnership Profile to involve associates in programs of interest and to enhance the monthly calendar.
- Demonstrate the company philosophy of Positive Partnerships the ARTIS Way.
- Provides information to the Director of Life Enrichment regarding the resident engagement in order to assist with the development of a personalized care plan.
- Maintain communication with family members regarding level of participation in programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
