Life Enrichment Assistant/Driver

Ebenezer•Burnsville, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Arbor Lane Memory Care and Specialty Care Assisted Living emphasizes the total well-being of our residents in a warm, newly updated and comfortable home. Our comfortable community is designed to accommodate those who become disoriented or may wander. We include a long tenured staff who believes in our mission to help seniors heal, discover, and educate for longer, healthier, more meaningful lives. The Life Enrichment Assistant II role supports the planning and implementation of quality leisure/social events and programs designed to assist senior Assisted Living and Memory Care residents in maintaining their personal potential physically, socially, and mentally.

Requirements

Strong knowledge and experience with Memory Care
Solid understanding of basic Microsoft /computer programs
Ability to interact effectively and compassionately with senior living residents/tenants
Good communication and social skills
Comfortable leading activities with older residents
Current Driver’s License (in good standing)

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred, but willing to consider others with the right skills and/or previous related work experience
One to three years of previous experience either; working with older adults, leading activities, or working in a therapy or recreation role preferred or having formal related education
Previous experience with memory loss care
Work experience in a customer service setting

Responsibilities

Coordinates leisure programs, activities, exercise classes, and special events for older adults in an assisted living residence.
Encourages resident participation and reports changes in residents' mood and physical status.
Promotes independence and helps develop socialization
Takes initiative to engage residents and find commonalities to connect on
Drives community bus/van
Other duties as assigned by the Activities Director