Life Enrichment Assistant

Primrose Retirement Communities • Newburgh, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Primrose Retirement Communities is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to help plan and execute recreational programs for residents. This role involves creating and implementing individual and group activities designed to cater to the social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs of the residents. The assistant will actively engage with residents, encouraging their participation in various community events and fostering a vibrant living environment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent Communication (oral and written) in English.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to speak effectively to groups of residents, associates of organizations or outside professionals.
• Basic typing skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer Microsoft Software (i.e., Publisher, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Able to drive residents to outside activities in Primrose Van.
• Enjoys working with and building rapport with seniors.

Nice To Haves

• Activity Certification is preferred.
• Minimum of one year working with senior population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and execution of individual and group recreation programs that serve to meet the social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs of Primrose residents.
• Proactively interact with residents and encourage participation in community events.
• Help with executing a creative and exciting life enrichment program to meet the needs, interests, and health of our residents.
• Encourage resident participation with all activities.
• Coordinate monthly special events at the community.
• Assist with organizing outings within the local city or town.
• Decorate the facility for special occasions and events.
• Find volunteers and maintain the resident volunteer program.
• Distribute monthly life enrichment schedules to residents and post them in the community for easy reference by residents.
• Acknowledge residents’ birthdays, anniversaries, and special accomplishments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees