Life Enrichment Assistant - Memory Care
About The Position
Claiborne Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and energetic Life Enrichment Assistant to support its Tempus Memory Care program. The role focuses on building relationships and helping older adults living with dementia experience purpose, joy, and connection. Working alongside the Tempus Director, the assistant helps facilitate engaging activities, life skills programs, resident outings, family events, and individualized engagement opportunities designed to enhance quality of life for residents living with cognitive impairment. The position is relationship-focused and supports person-centered dementia care in a creative environment. The assistant encourages resident participation, supports residents through daily routines, and shares observations and concerns with the care team.
Requirements
- Compassionate, patient, and relationship-focused approach to care.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while remaining calm and supportive.
- Creative mindset with a passion for improving the lives of older adults.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals living with dementia or cognitive impairment.
- Knowledge of person-centered dementia care practices.
- Experience facilitating activities, recreation, education, or engagement programs.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily memory care programming, including sensory engagement, reminiscence activities, and life skills programs.
- Encourage resident participation using individualized, person-centered approaches.
- Support residents during activities, meals, transitions, and daily routines.
- Use supportive dementia care techniques such as validation and redirection.
- Observe resident engagement and communicate changes or concerns to the care team.
- Assist with family events, special programs, and intergenerational activities.
- Maintain activity supplies, engagement stations, and programming materials.
- Partner with the Tempus Director to create meaningful and engaging resident experiences.
Benefits
- Double time pay on major holidays
- Free employee meals
- Up to $1,000 employee referral bonus with no limit
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
