Life Enrichment Assistant - Full-Time
About The Position
The Life Enrichment Assistant works alongside the Life Enrichment Director at The Kensington, an Agemark Senior Living community in Fort Madison, Iowa. The role plans and leads engaging activities that support residents’ joy, connection, interests, and participation, including activities for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The assistant also helps coordinate celebrations and outings, supports relationships with families and community organizations, assists with orientation and volunteers, documents activities, maintains activity spaces and supplies, and transports residents safely. The position is full-time, scheduled primarily during the day, with occasional evenings and weekends based on community needs.
Requirements
- Friendly, energetic, patient personality and genuine enjoyment of spending time with older adults.
- Creativity and enthusiasm for planning activities, trying new ideas, and encouraging participation.
- Strong communication skills with residents, families, and coworkers.
- Comfort using computers, cameras, and social media.
- At least 21 years old, with a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and ability to operate community vehicles while meeting applicable licensing requirements.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends based on community needs.
- Organized, professional, and reliable team player committed to resident confidentiality and integrity.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of senior living, recreation, or activity planning experience; experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Help plan monthly activity calendars and organize daily schedules.
- Lead games, crafts, music, and interactive programs.
- Encourage residents to participate in activities, share memories, explore interests, and enjoy one-on-one connections.
- Adapt activities for residents with different abilities, including those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
- Help organize birthdays, anniversaries, holiday parties, recognition events, and community outings.
- Partner with residents, families, schools, senior centers, and local organizations to create memorable experiences.
- Help orient new residents and team members and support the community’s volunteer program.
- Take photos, update resident information, and document activities using resident engagement software.
- Maintain clean and welcoming activity spaces, supplies, and equipment.
- Safely transport residents to appointments, scenic drives, and community outings.
Benefits
- Affordable MEC medical plan with 100% preventive care coverage, free virtual visits, and affordable urgent care.
- Dental and vision options.
- Paid time off accrual beginning on the first day.
- Free meal during the shift.
- DailyPay access to earned wages before payday.
- Up to $5,250 annually in tuition reimbursement.
- Up to 100% free college tuition through partner schools.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program with emotional, financial, and legal resources.
- Employee discounts.
- Discounted pet insurance.
- Referral bonuses.
- Recognition programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
