Life Enrichment Assistant / Recreation Assistant
About The Position
Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant/Recreation Assistant for SummerWood of Chanhassen. The role implements and monitors assigned life enrichment and leisure programming for residents in accordance with regulations, established policies and procedures, and best practices. The assistant supports residents’ psychosocial and activity needs through meaningful recreation, social connection, personal routines, learning, exercise, and enjoyment. The position is 18 hours per week and includes one Saturday shift every three weeks. SummerWood of Chanhassen is an assisted living and assisted living memory care community in Chanhassen, Minnesota. The site offers access to the Southwest Transit line, off-street parking, discounted employee meals, and a free fitness center. The estimated starting pay range is $19.09–$20.59 per hour, depending on qualifications and market conditions.
Requirements
- High school diploma, current enrollment in high school, or equivalent.
- Class B license or willingness to obtain one within six months of hire, as designated or required by the site.
- Able and willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends for planned programs.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative, and ability to build rapport with residents, staff, families, and volunteers.
- Demonstrated compatibility with PHS’s mission and operating philosophies.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to communicate with customers.
Responsibilities
- Implement assigned activities that help residents have meaningful and enjoyable days.
- Perform assigned work routines and daily duties to meet residents’ and the Household’s psychosocial and activity needs.
- Create opportunities for meaningful pursuits, daily pleasures, recreation, exercise, friendships, social interaction, growth and learning, fun, personal routines, spontaneous activity, and Household rituals.
- Participate in daily Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household.
- Assist residents with activities of their choice, including group, individual, or one-on-one activities.
- Take residents outdoors or into the site community.
- Participate in outings and special events.
- Perform miscellaneous resident support tasks, such as shopping, running errands, assisting with correspondence, and reading or writing letters.
- Provide one-on-one interaction with residents based on their preferences.
- Transport residents to other parts of the community.
Benefits
- Off-street parking
- Discounted employee meals
- Free fitness center
- PTO accrual for all employees
- Same-day pay
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- College partnership educational discounts
- Access to Learn to Live resources
- Health and dental insurance, including applicable HSA and FSA options, for eligible full-time employees working at least 30 hours per week
- Employer HSA contribution for eligible health plans
- Life insurance (AD&D) for eligible full-time employees
- Retirement plan with eligibility for an employer match for eligible full-time employees
- Holiday pay and extended sick benefits for eligible full-time employees
- Vision insurance for eligible employees working 20–29 hours per week
- Voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage for eligible employees working 20–29 hours per week
- Accident and hospitalization coverage for eligible employees working 20–29 hours per week
- Education assistance programs for eligible employees working 20–29 hours per week
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
