Part-Time Life Enrichment Assistant / Recreation Assistant

Presbyterian Homes & Services•New Richmond, WI

1d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Put Your Purpose To Work at PHS • We Have a Place for YOU • Apply To The Deerfield Today!At The Deerfield, find purpose and passion in your work with a team of like-minded people focused on enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults. Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is looking for someone like you, who is focused on living out your calling for care. YOU become part of the most important resource in our ministry--focused on helping to understand people's needs and working together to be supportive and empowering in order to build a vibrant and thriving community. You benefit from a close-knit community-based team and a supportive organization with opportunities for movement and growth. The Deerfield is seeking a Part-Time Life Enrichment Assistant to join our team. Hours would include 3–4-hour shifts, 3 days per week. The Deerfield in New Richmond, Wisconsin, is surrounded by five lovely acres. This beautifully landscaped community is convenient to the nearby nature reserve, medical and dental clinics, a pharmacy, and hospital. This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Assisted Living Memory Care, Care Center/Long Term Care, and Long-Term Care with Memory Care.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or currently enrolled) or equivalent.
Class B license or willingness to obtain within six months of hire as designated or required by site.
Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and good rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Responsibilities

Implement assigned activities that help residents achieve “their best day”, filled with a wide variety of meaningful relationships and activities.
Perform assigned work routines and daily assignments to meet the psychosocial and activities needs of residents and the Household, including: Creating diverse opportunities for meaningful pursuits, daily pleasures, recreation, exercise, friendships, social interaction, growth and learning, fun and enjoyment, personal routines, spontaneous activity and Household rituals.
Participate in Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household daily.
Assist residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one on one.
Take residents outdoors or out in the site community.
Participate in outings and special events.
Perform miscellaneous tasks as needed for residents such as shopping, running errands, assisting with correspondence, reading/writing letters etc.
Provide one on one interaction with residents based on preferences.
Transport residents to other parts of the community.