Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities

Monarch Communities•Paramus, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Plan, organize, and lead engaging recreational activities for residents or program participants. Maintain a clean and well-organized activities area and van. Ensure all safety protocols are followed during activities. Collaborate with team members to create a positive and supportive environment. Keep accurate records of activities attendance. Assist with setting up and cleaning up activity areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Basic first aid and CPR certification preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent time management and organizational abilities
Physical fitness to assist with activities and mobility support
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
Experience working with seniors or individuals with disabilities (preferred)
Knowledge of senior care or recreational activities (preferred)
Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in basic computer skills for record-keeping and communication
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs.
Intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents.
The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Nice To Haves

Basic first aid and CPR certification
Experience working with seniors or individuals with disabilities
Knowledge of senior care or recreational activities

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and lead engaging recreational activities for residents or program participants
Maintain a clean and well-organized activities area and van
Ensure all safety protocols are followed during activities
Collaborate with team members to create a positive and supportive environment
Keep accurate records of activities attendance
Assist with setting up and cleaning up activity areas

Benefits

Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision
Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long-Term disability
Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
FSA (Commuter/Parking)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonus
Resident Referral Bonus
Paid Time Off (PTO) (for Part-Time Employees)
Flexible Schedule (for Part-Time Employees)
On the job training (for Part-Time Employees)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (for Part-Time Employees)
Free Parking (for Part-Time Employees)