Life Enrichment Assistant

WSLM Recruiting • South Jordan, UT

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About The Position

Legacy House of South Jordan is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to help create engaging, meaningful experiences for senior residents. The role supports social, recreational, cultural, and religious programs that enrich residents’ daily lives. The assistant works with the Recreation Director and helps residents feel included, supported, and valued through welcoming activities and positive relationships.

Requirements

• A genuine interest in working with and caring for seniors and/or individuals with disabilities.
• A positive, patient, dependable, and compassionate approach to working with residents.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, stoop, sit, and reach.
• Current CPR certification is required depending on the state.

Nice To Haves

• 0–1 year of experience in life enrichment, recreation, activities, senior living, hospitality, customer service, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Recreation Director with planning, organizing, and carrying out recreational, social, cultural, and religious activities.
• Help develop and produce monthly activity calendars and periodic community newsletters featuring special events and resident-focused stories.
• Participate in and help lead games, crafts, outings, social events, and other resident programs.
• Set up, supervise, and clean activity areas before and after scheduled events.
• Encourage and support residents during activities while promoting safety, inclusion, and enjoyment.
• Manage activity supplies and equipment and help keep materials available and organized.
• Assist with scheduling resident outings and provide transportation support when needed, including occasional driving.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, visitors, and fellow associates.
• Maintain resident dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, supervisors, and coworkers.

Benefits

• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%.
• Hotel discounts at select Western States Lodging & Management properties.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, plus Health Savings Account options, for eligible full-time associates.
• Optional supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) and vacation benefits for eligible full-time associates.
• Competitive hourly pay, with opportunities for future pay growth based on performance and career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed