Life Enrichment Assistant - Activities

Otterbein SeniorLife • Tipp City, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Assistant (Activities) in our memory care unit is responsible for planning and implementing a variety of cultural, educational and leisure activities, outings and special events, assisting resident transports, and developing the monthly activity calendar. This position requires flexible hours and every other weekend.

Requirements

• A minimum of a 90-hour Activity Training Certificate; COTA; Must have a current Ohio Driver’s License.
• Must have a good driving record and be insurable
• A minimum of 1–2-year experience preferred in activities/programs/event planning.
• Must be able to multi-task and work independently.
• Must be computer literate with ability to learn new software programs.
• Excellent communication skills to work with persons of all levels of background and education as well as persons with cognitive and physical limitations.
• Must be able to engage older adults in programs that enhance their quality of life
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Must have a flexible schedule for some evening and weekend activities

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate activities
• Plan Lifelong Learning opportunities for independent living residents on campus as well as trips to other venues.
• Plan off campus trips for skilled nursing residents (day trips, overnight trips, multiple day trips).
• Must be able to independently to offer educational opportunities for residents which may involve presenting the programs.
• Plan to assist with the monthly calendar, executing scheduled activities, completing resident activity, spiritual, MDS assessments, and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
• Vision, dental, and Pet insurance and Legal and Identity Theft protection
• Paid Time off that accrues immediately
• Paid Holidays
• Life insurance
• Retirements Savings with a 401(k) with company match
• Access up to 100% of your net earned based wages daily through DailyPay
• Employee sponsored fund for employees in need
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Multiple partner discounts available
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati and University of Toledo for scholarships up to 10% and Hondros up to 16% of eligible tuition costs

What This Job Offers

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