Life Enrichment Assistant (Activities / Recreation)

Acts Retirement-Life Communities • Boca Raton, FL

113d • $15 - $18

About The Position

Join our team and grow with us both professionally and personally! Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for the role of Life Enrichment Assistant in our skilled nursing neighborhood. In this role, you will assist the Life Enrichment Coordinator in the planning and implementing of programs and events providing residents an Acts Signature Experience (ASE) incorporating wellness, person-centered living, and hospitality. These ASE events will encompass the three components that define life balance and are needed for improving and maintaining quality of life: body, mind, and spirit. Moreover, this position is responsible for actively ensuring that residents of differing cognitive and functional levels have opportunities for meaningful engagement consistent with Acts Engaged Living Philosophy. The programs offered are informed by Montessori principles of resident empowerment and engagement and based upon personal history and preferences as expressed in the residents 'My Story'.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of activities/recreation experience.
• Dementia engagement certification (or willing to obtain within 90 days of employment).
• Current or eligible for certification in CPR.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Life Enrichment Coordinator in planning and implementing programs and events.
• Provide residents with an Acts Signature Experience (ASE) incorporating wellness, person-centered living, and hospitality.
• Ensure residents of differing cognitive and functional levels have opportunities for meaningful engagement.
• Develop programs based on Montessori principles of resident empowerment and engagement.

Benefits

• Health benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision).
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Disability programs.
• 401(k) plan (with 4% company match after one year of employment).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Commuter benefits.
• Scholarship awards.
• Professional development programs.
• University partnerships.
• Referral and discount programs.
• Appreciation events.
• Wellness initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED