Life Enrichment Leader (Activities Assistant) PRN

Senior Living Communities Careers•Mount Airy, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

At Ridgecrest, we are a community recognized as a Great Place to Work, driven by our philosophy of “People First, Always.” We believe our dedicated team is our greatest asset, creating compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions daily. We foster an environment of growth and teamwork where contributions are celebrated and personal/professional growth is encouraged. This role will enrich the lives of our residents and fellow team members, creating a lasting positive impact. The Life Enrichment Leader is responsible for engaging residents in Weller Life opportunities through formal activities and informal interactions.

Requirements

Demonstrates current and ongoing competence in tasks assigned which indicates a specialized skill in this area above and beyond the average.
Demonstrates an ability to effectively and regularly transfer information to necessary parties to improve the quality of her work and to provide her supervisor with actionable, accurate data.
Demonstrates ability to use computer and Microsoft Office along with other company software.
Is self-motivated and personally competitive. Wants to achieve for the good of the Company and her team.
Seeks additional work when they have capacity.
Demonstrates an ability and desire to bring new ideas and solutions to their supervisor on an ongoing basis.
The ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions.
The ability to navigate obstacles with ease and professionalism.
Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to ideas and tries new things.
Balances team and individual responsibilities; encourages others and asks for help when needed.
Exhibits patience and compassion.
Ensures product is delivered on time and is of the highest quality.
Assumes responsibility for mistakes.
Presents themselves in a manner which enhances the brand image.
Understands that no information is truly private and conducts online or social networking activities accordingly.
Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works ethically with integrity; upholds the Company’s Guiding Principles: People First, Always, We Exist to Serve our Residents, We Have a Responsibility to be Full.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
Ability to use miscellaneous software and office equipment.
Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
CPR and AED certification required (must be attained in first 60 days of Employment).

Nice To Haves

Activities certification desired.
Four year college or university degree in Recreation Therapy or similar field desired.

Responsibilities

Engages residents in Weller Life opportunities through formal activities and informal interactions.
Plans and facilitates spiritual, physical, intellectual, cultural, and emotional programming for residents that is consistent with SLC standards and focused on residents’ unique needs and interests.
Continuously gauges resident’s interests, hobbies, preferences, curiosities and needs; creates and continuously updates a diverse and stimulating menu of programming activities and events accordingly.
Seeks out and fosters partnerships with local organizations, non-profit groups, educational institutions, and others to identify opportunities for residents to share their talents through volunteerism and to bring outside talents into the community.
Creates and publishes a variety of professional written communications to promote programs, educate residents and families, and share examples of Weller Life in the community.
Monitors resident participation in programs to evaluate their appeal and increase participation; adjusts calendar or events accordingly.
Stays abreast of active aging and generational trends in order to continuously enhance Weller Life initiatives; shares relevant information with peers and community staff to increase awareness and support professional development.
Shares successful activity blueprints with team residents and participates in best practices calls.
Partners with team, residents and home office staff to deliver engaging and informative orientation and in-service training programs.
May participate in award winning WAVES pool program.
May run family support groups.
Participates and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
Enters assessments into company software as needed.
Other duties as assigned.