Life Enrichment Assistant / Bus Driver

Avamere • Rio Rancho, NM

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for assisting the Life Enrichment Director in planning, organizing, and implementing life enrichment, events and activities for residents, aiming to enhance their well-being and engagement as required for an independent living, assisted living and/or memory care community. This role also includes bus driving responsibilities to transport residents.

Requirements

• Must hold an active and unencumbered Driver’s License.
• Experience with volunteer work and/or activities work with the geriatric population.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, flexible, patient and empathy working with the geriatric population.
• Able to make responsible choices and decisions, and act in a resident’s best interest.
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a long-term care, geriatric rehab, sub-acute and/or critical care clinical setting.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing a diverse range of activities, including games, exercise programs, arts and crafts, music sessions, and social events.
• Create activity schedules and calendars, ensuring a variety of options to cater to different interests and abilities.
• Prepare activity areas, gather necessary supplies, and ensure a safe and enjoyable environment.
• Lead group activities and engage residents in one-on-one interactions.
• Encourage participation in activities and provide support to residents who may need assistance.
• Observe residents' responses to activities and report any changes in their needs or behavior to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain records of resident participation in activities, including attendance and feedback.
• Communicate with other staff members, volunteers, and families to coordinate activities and ensure resident needs are met.
• Transport residents to and from activities as needed.
• Assist with setup and cleanup of activity areas.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Gently assist passengers in and out of seats and vehicle, operate ramps, lifts and securement devices.
• Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for residents.
• Maintain defensive driving.
• Keep vehicles clean inside and out, perform and schedule minor vehicle maintenance as needed.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, fuel purchases, incidents, accidents, and vehicle condition reports.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Low individual and family deductible.
• Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services.

What This Job Offers

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