Life Enrichment Assistant/Activities Assistant - Memory Care

Otterbein SeniorLife • Sylvania, OH

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About The Position

The Life Enrichment Assistant for Memory Care plans and implements cultural, educational, and leisure activities, outings, and special events. The role assists with resident transportation and develops the monthly activity calendar. The assistant also plans lifelong learning opportunities for independent living residents on campus and at other venues, including off-campus day trips, overnight trips, and multi-day trips. The position independently offers educational opportunities, which may involve presenting programs.

Requirements

• Associate degree in gerontology or a related field.
• A minimum 90-hour Activity Training Certificate or COTA.
• Current Ohio Driver’s License, good driving record, and ability to be insured.
• At least 1 year of experience in activities, programs, or event planning.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Computer literacy and ability to learn new software programs.
• Excellent communication skills for working with people of varied backgrounds and education levels, as well as people with cognitive and physical limitations.
• Ability to engage older adults in programs that enhance their quality of life.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate some evening and weekend activities.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate activities.
• Plan lifelong learning opportunities for independent living residents on campus and trips to other venues.
• Plan off-campus day trips, overnight trips, and multi-day trips for independent living residents.
• Independently offer educational opportunities for residents, which may involve presenting programs.
• Assist with resident transportation.
• Develop the monthly activity calendar.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree