Life Enrichment Assistant: Part-Time 9:30am-4pm

United Methodist Retirement Communities•Chelsea, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Bring joy, purpose, and connection to our residents’ lives as a Life Enrichment Assistant! In this rewarding role, you’ll work closely with the Life Enrichment Manager to plan and deliver creative, meaningful programs that nurture the social, emotional, and spiritual well-being of each resident. From organizing lively group activities to providing personalized one-on-one visits, you’ll play a key part in making every day engaging and fulfilling. You’ll also help coordinate special events, connect residents with community resources, and collaborate with families and team members to ensure every resident feels valued, supported, and connected. If you’re passionate about enriching the lives of older adults and love creating moments that matter, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Requirements

A minimum of 6 months of experience working in resident engagement or activity planning.
Ability to multi-task and provide follow-through on all projects.
Ability to move frequently throughout the workday, including crouching, twisting, grasping, lifting/pushing, balancing, and kneeling.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel) with the ability to learn new applications.
Position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience working with the senior population.

Responsibilities

Bring Programs to Life! Help plan, organize, and deliver engaging activities and events that support residents’ emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
Keep the Calendar Full! Assist with scheduling community events, group programs, and personalized in-room visits for residents who can’t attend group activities.
Engage & Connect! Spend quality time with residents, involve them in planning, and provide uplifting one-on-one interactions that make a difference in their day.
Stay Organized! Complete documentation, forms, and reports accurately to keep our Life Enrichment programs running smoothly.
Make Events Special! Coordinate the details—like setup, supplies, and transportation—so residents can fully enjoy activities and outings.
Collaborate & Care! Work alongside residents’ families, team members, and community partners to create meaningful experiences tailored to each resident.
Be Part of the Team! Share ideas, participate in care planning, and contribute to improving our programs and resident engagement.

Benefits

Career Growth & Development – Take your career to the next level with our tuition assistance programs and educational scholarships.
Wellness Program & Reimbursement – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed $120 a year!
Competitive Benefits for Part-Time Team Members – Enjoy Vision & Mental Health Programs, Legal Plans, Voluntary Life Insurance, and more, starting on the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire.
Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions.
Daily Pay – Get paid when YOU want!
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Includes 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays.
Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!

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