Mezzanine Life Enrichment Assistant CA

The Variel at Woodland Hills • Los Angeles, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the development, planning, scheduling, and conducting of programs and activities that encompass the various dimensions of wellness for residents with dementia, early stages of dementia, or mild cognitive impairment.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years' work experience in activities/life enrichment programs and/or teaching.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• English language proficiency.
• Working knowledge with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Adobe products.
• Must have the passion to work with seniors.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. independently.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, and balance frequently throughout the workday.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with seniors with dementia is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Planning and conducting various programs such as art programs, entertainment for events, brain and analytical games or projects.
• Creating the daily, weekly, and monthly calendars or schedules.
• Assisting with gathering information, articles, and photos for the memory care newsletter.
• Maintaining an adequate supply of activity materials, books, puzzles, magazines, and games.
• Leading residents on how to use technology programs and training care staff on how to assist.
• Training staff on activity-related programs.
• Adapting and growing the activity program.
• Coming up with new ideas to try with the residents in Mezzanine.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed