Life Enrichment (Activities) Assistant
About The Position
The Life Enrichment Assistant helps plan and implement activities that support residents’ physical, social, spiritual, and cognitive well-being at The Harbor & The Haven, a community with 61 assisted living and 12 memory care apartments in Norwood Young America, Minnesota. The position works approximately 48–56 hours per bi-weekly pay period. The anticipated schedule is 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and either Saturday or Sunday every other week, plus Tuesday every other week. The assistant leads and supports activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities, encourages engagement and companionship, and assists the Life Enrichment Director with activity programs, calendars, and group outings. The role also recruits and supervises volunteers, incorporates residents’ preferences and life stories into programming, and follows facility policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations. Other duties include reporting complaints or incidents, administrative tasks, and participating in team meetings.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must comply with a criminal background check.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Personable, friendly, respectful, and positive demeanor.
- Able to take direction and give feedback.
- Organized and able to problem-solve and adapt quickly when an activity is not working.
- Flexible with activities as campus demographics change.
- Punctual, creative, professional, adaptable, and able to manage time effectively.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as a team player.
Nice To Haves
- Additional education in recreation therapy or a related field.
- One to two years of experience working with elderly people in a senior living community or recreational setting; this experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead activities such as games, crafts, fitness classes, educational workshops, and social events tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.
- Foster resident engagement, social interaction, companionship, and a sense of community.
- Assist the Life Enrichment Director in developing and implementing activity programs, creating calendars, and coordinating group outings.
- Recruit, direct, and supervise volunteers who support life enrichment programs.
- Incorporate residents’ personal preferences and life stories into activities while ensuring their dignity and individuality.
- Comply with facility policies, safety standards, and state and federal regulations, including reporting complaints or incidents.
- Perform other assigned duties, including administrative tasks and participation in team meetings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
