Life Enrichment Assistant

Covenant Living Communities and Services•Golden Valley, MN

3d•$15 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Assistant supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of meaningful programs and activities for residents throughout the Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, including Transitional Care, Long-Term Care, and Hospice Care. This position helps enhance residents' quality of life by providing engaging group and individual experiences that promote socialization, physical wellness, emotional well-being, and purposeful living.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Passion for enriching the lives of older adults.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
Creativity and enthusiasm in facilitating activities and engaging residents.
Ability to learn and utilize various activity supplies, crafts, and equipment.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail.
Flexibility and willingness to assist with evening, weekend, and holiday events as needed.
Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members.
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods throughout the workday.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, crouch, and twist occasionally.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, crafting, and activity preparation.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with older adults in a healthcare, senior living, recreational, therapeutic recreation, activities, hospitality, education, or customer service setting.

Responsibilities

Assist in the planning, scheduling, coordination, and implementation of life enrichment programs and special events.
Facilitate and lead a variety of activities, including exercise programs, educational opportunities, arts and crafts, games, social gatherings, and resident-centered experiences.
Set up and decorate activity spaces for programs, holiday celebrations, and special events.
Prepare materials, equipment, and furnishings needed for activities and events; assist with cleanup upon completion.
Conduct one-on-one visits and individualized engagement opportunities with residents.
Transport residents to and from activities and special events safely and respectfully.
Accompany residents on community outings, appointments, and special excursions as assigned.
Record resident participation and attendance for activities and programs.
Maintain activity supplies, equipment, bulletin boards, calendars, and other communication materials.
Observe residents for changes in physical, emotional, cognitive, or social well-being and communicate concerns to the Life Enrichment Director and appropriate team members.
Document resident participation, progress, and observations in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
Participate in resident care planning meetings as assigned.
Assist with resident transportation and support during emergency situations, including fire and disaster evacuations, following established procedures.
Promote a welcoming, inclusive, and resident-focused environment that supports dignity, choice, and quality of life.