Life Enrichment Associate

Ingleside at Rock Creek•Washington, DC

1d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for full-time Life Enrichment Activity Assistant to work in our Senior Living Community in Washington, DC. Wage Rate : $19.48- $21.53 per hour commensurate with experience Great Benefits Include : Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Company-Paid Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual Paid Holidays 401(k) with Matching and Three-Year Vesting Educational and US Citizenship Scholarship Opportunities Onsite CPR Training Well-Being Model Training Certified Dementia Practitioner Training Well-Being Model Training Eligible Employees May Receive Annual Employee Recognition from Residents UKG Wallet (Daily Pay) Free Use of Community Pool and Fitness Center Training and Growth Opportunities Tickets to Work available for select employees About Ingleside at Rock Creek Ingleside at Rock Creek is a not-for-profit, CARF-accredited, Life Plan Community nestled alongside Washington, DC’s beautiful Rock Creek Park. A diverse group of people whose experiences and interests create the perfect balance for stylish retirement living in this engaging community. Ingleside at Rock Creek is certified as a Great Place to Work . We are CARF Certified , and Sage certified. Job Summary : This position will plan and implement group and individual life enrichment programs and services to our residents so that social, physical, emotional, occupational, educational, and cognitive functioning is maximized. This position is responsible for assisting the Life Enrichment Manager with planning and executing person-centered, individualized, and adapted programs on the Assisted Living-Memory Support neighborhood that contribute to the improvement, maintenance, and enhancement of the resident's quality of life, taking into account resident preferences, abilities, and challenges.

Requirements

High School diploma or associate's degree in a Human Service field required, six (6) months to one-year related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification as a Dementia Practitioner (CDP) or eligibility to obtain CDP within 90 days of hire date through the National Certification Council for Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) is required.
Incumbent should be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form, possess high-quality verbal and written communication ability, and possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Must be proficient in the operation of computer applications such as Microsoft Office, Publisher, fax, etc.

Responsibilities

Assists with planning and/or leading individual and group activities in the Assisted Living-Memory Support neighborhood.
Develops, promotes, and implements a variety of life enrichment programming that encompass the Seven Dimensions of Wellness for the Assisted Living Memory Support Neighborhood.
Assists with transportation of residents from each program location, as needed.
Assesses resident's needs, interests, and strengths through resident interviews and collaboration with family members, identifies interventions and goals to help maximize optimal functioning, and creates individualized programming based on interests.
Maintains current record of all activities including resident participation, events, and feedback.
Performs other duties as required.