Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities
About The Position
Other organizations sometimes call this role an Activities Assistant, but we believe this role deserves the very special title of Life Enrichment Assistant! At our community, our Life Enrichment Assistants play a key role in enriching our residents to live an active vibrant life! This role involves getting to know residents to plan and implement spiritual, physical, intellectual, cultural, and emotional programming. The assistant will promote and communicate community events, participate in organizing and running activities like games, painting, singing, and music, and utilize social media, email, and newsletters to showcase daily happenings. Occasional driving of a company vehicle to transport residents to and from events may be required for those 21 or over. The role also includes setting up and breaking down events and activities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic first aid and CPR certification
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent time management and organizational abilities
- Physical fitness to assist with activities and mobility support
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in basic computer skills for record-keeping and communication
- Active Driver's license in good standing
Nice To Haves
- Talents as a singer, dancer, artist, poet, historian, or trivia expert.
- Experience working with seniors or individuals with disabilities
- Previous experience as a van driver or in a similar role
- Knowledge of senior care or recreational activities
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement spiritual, physical, intellectual, cultural, and emotional programming for residents.
- Promote and communicate upcoming community events and activities.
- Organize and run resident activities such as games, painting, singing, and music.
- Utilize social media, email, and newsletters to showcase daily happenings.
- Occasionally drive the company vehicle to transport residents to and from events (for those 21+).
- Set up and break down events and activities.
Benefits
- Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision
- Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long-Term disability
- Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- FSA (Commuter/Parking)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) Retirement with Company Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Resident Referral Bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
