Life Enrichment Assistant / Recreation Assistant
About The Position
Presbyterian Homes & Services - Stonecrest in Woodbury is seeking a Full Time (30 hrs/pp) Life Enrichment Assistant/Recreation Assistant to join its team. The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing and monitoring assigned life enrichment / leisure life programming for residents consistent with regulations and established policies, procedures and best practices. ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY Stonecrest 8725 Promenade Lane Woodbury, MN 55125 Located in the heart of Woodbury, Stonecrest is a vibrant and welcoming community. Enjoy skyway access to the indoor city park and YMCA and working within walking distance of restaurants and local shopping. As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as: Off-street parking Discounted meals Free fitness center access Employee appreciation events and celebrations This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Assisted Living Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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:o 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.
Benefits
- Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week: Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
- Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
- Life insurance (AD&D)
- Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
- Holiday pay and extended sick
- Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week: Vision insurance
- Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
- Accident & hospitalization coverage
- Education assistance programs
- All employees: Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
- Same-day pay
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- College partnership educational discounts
- Access to Learn to Live Resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
High school or GED
