Life Enrichment Assistant
About The Position
The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing various social Life Enrichment for the social, physical, and mental welfare of the residents. Assists the Life Enrichment Director in planning, organizing and implementing various Life Enrichment programs. Assists with the creation of programs for residents who require memory support Meets the residents' needs and interests, taking into account the abilities and physical limitations of each individual resident. Participates in the residents' plan of care and documents residents' specific interests and participation. Documents attendance at activities. Operates equipment such as VCRs, P.A. systems, projection systems, etc. in an appropriate manner. Maintains those systems in a working manner and provides preventative maintenance as appropriate. Works with volunteer staff to ensure smooth operations of Life Enrichment programs. Ability to utilize redirecting skills when interacting with residents
Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent G.E.D.
- Knowledge of Title XXII and OBRA preferred.
- Understands the aspects of leading an activity.
- The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen test and health screen.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with the elderly in a recreational setting preferred.
- Previous experience working with residents with Alzheimer's and other dementias greatly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists the Life Enrichment Director in planning, organizing and implementing various Life Enrichment programs.
- Assists with the creation of programs for residents who require memory support
- Meets the residents' needs and interests, taking into account the abilities and physical limitations of each individual resident.
- Participates in the residents' plan of care and documents residents' specific interests and participation.
- Documents attendance at activities.
- Operates equipment such as VCRs, P.A. systems, projection systems, etc. in an appropriate manner. Maintains those systems in a working manner and provides preventative maintenance as appropriate.
- Works with volunteer staff to ensure smooth operations of Life Enrichment programs.
- Ability to utilize redirecting skills when interacting with residents
Benefits
- Competitive Health Plan, including dental and vision coverage
- Company paid life insurance
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K with Company Match Retirement Program (Minimum eligibility requirements apply)
- Paid Time Off programs
- Voluntary benefits & supplemental insurance available
- Free meals at communities
- This position is eligible for Eskaton's health benefits package the first of the month following 60 days of employment and Paid Time Off benefits program after 90 days of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
