Life Enrichment Assistant

Great Lakes Mgmt Co•Bloomington, MN

20d

About The Position

Responsible to assist the Life Enrichment Director in planning and leading a variety of activity programs designed to meet the resident’s social, physical, mental, emotional, and sensory needs.

Requirements

Minimum of 1-year activities experience in independent retirement, assisted living, adult day services or long-term care facility serving a senior population.
Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
Currently possess a Class C license, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
Ability to use basic Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) computer programs.
Creativity in developing and planning activity programs.
Group leadership and interpersonal skills to lead one on one, small, and large group activities.
Able to make responsible choices and decisions, and act in a resident’s best interest.
Strong organizational skills
Good work ethic
Maintains confidentiality.
Able to read, write, spell, do basic math, speak, and understand English

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting with planning, promotion, and facilitating/leading each event or program.
Assess resident’s recreational and social needs.
Support development of monthly Activity Calendar of Events.
Lead small, large, and one on one activity programs with seniors.
Research and recommend to Director entertainment/educational speakers/church representatives, etc.
Support coordination of transportation needs to outside events/programs in accordance with established policies and procedures. Driving the bus on outings as assigned.
Work cooperatively with assigned volunteers and direct their assignments to support the resident programming.
Maintain the bus interior and exterior. Report maintenance needs in timely manner.
Other duties as assigned.