Life Enr. Associate

BHI Senior Living • Carmel, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Associate helps create a vibrant, supportive senior living community where residents feel connected, valued, and engaged. The role contributes to residents’ social connection, physical activity, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life by planning and facilitating group and individual activities, providing personalized engagement, and supporting residents with varying physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.

The associate partners with the Life Enrichment Manager and communicates respectfully with residents, families, team members, and external partners. The position includes maintaining activity supplies, helping residents participate independently, decorating and preparing activity spaces, and assisting with transportation for outings and appointments. The schedule includes every other weekend from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., plus some weekdays: Tuesday 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Wednesday 4:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m., and Friday 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a respectful, clear, and professional approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Organization and dependability, including the ability to prioritize tasks and work evenings and/or weekends as needed.
• Professionalism, discretion, and respect for confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Life Enrichment Manager to plan, coordinate, and facilitate group and one-on-one activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.
• Provide individualized engagement through activities such as reading and reminiscing.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively with residents, families, team members, and external partners, addressing challenges professionally and compassionately.
• Help create and support a monthly activity calendar that includes evening, weekend, and holiday programming.
• Lead and support programs such as seated stretching, games, crafts, meals, parties, entertainment, baking activities, and special events.
• Coordinate and assist with resident transportation for outings, appointments, and community events.
• Maintain activity supplies and provide opportunities for residents to engage independently.
• Promote resident engagement by posting reminders, decorating activity spaces, and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
• Support residents with varying physical, cognitive, and emotional needs with patience, creativity, and compassion.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and weekend shift differentials.
• Health benefits for full- and part-time team members, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long- and short-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off from day one and holiday pay.
• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Professional development, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training programs.
• On-site gym, daily pay option, telehealth, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Supportive, team-oriented environment that values excellence in care and compassionate leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED