Life Enrichment Pathway Host

Kisco Senior Living•Walnut Creek, CA

10d•$25 - $28

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Pathway Host leads the Pathways program for groups of up to 10 participants, creating engaging daily experiences and getting to know each participant and their preferences. The Host plans and adapts activities, supports participants as they move through program spaces, and maintains safe and welcoming environments. The role works closely with families and teams across Care Services, Heirloom Memory Care, Dining, Sales, and the front desk. The Host develops monthly themes and weekly plans based on Kisco's 9 Dimensions of the Art of Living Well, submits monthly plans for approval, manages supplies and the program budget, and plans outings with the Life Enrichment team. The Host documents participant profiles, daily notes, attendance, and requested outcomes; observes and promptly reports changes or concerns; and keeps families updated. The role also trains and coaches the Pathways Assistant and guides volunteers. The position is full time, 40 hours per week, at The Kensington, and requires working one weekend day. The listed pay range is $25–$28 per hour. The role includes four weeks of hands-on training before the program opens, as well as dementia-care and Kisco Pathways training.

Requirements

At least 2 years leading activities or engagement for older adults in senior living, memory care, adult day, or a similar setting.
Real experience working with people living with memory loss.
Comfort leading a group of 8 to 10 people independently for most of the day.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Good written English for daily notes and family updates.
Basic computer skills, including email, calendars, Word, and online training.
Clear a California Department of Justice and FBI background check (Live Scan) and pass a health screening with a TB test before starting.

Nice To Haves

Activity Director certification or a background in recreation therapy or a related field.
Montessori for dementia training or certification.
CPR and First Aid.
A second language.
A valid California driver's license for outings.

Responsibilities

Lead the Daily Path for a group of up to 10 people, including the Gathering, Brain Boost, Move, Lunch at the Pathways Table, Nature Nurture, Kitchen Studio, and Serenity and Sensory.
Move the group between program rooms, prepare spaces before participants arrive, and restore them afterward.
Walk participants to and from their apartments and between rooms, ensuring no one is left alone or forgotten.
Adapt activities in the moment to participants' needs and preferences.
Develop monthly themes and weekly plans using Kisco's 9 Dimensions of the Art of Living Well, and submit monthly plans to the Life Enrichment Director for approval.
Keep supplies stocked, stay within the program budget, and plan outings with the Life Enrichment team.
Build and maintain a profile for each participant, including their life story, work, family, faith, preferences, and calming strategies.
Use participant profiles to shape activities and meaningful roles.
Apply trained dementia-care approaches, including Montessori, Validation, Hand Under Hand, and a calm physical approach; redirect participants gently when appropriate.
Observe changes in participants' mood, eating, walking, sleep, or memory, and notify Care Services during the same shift or immediately if urgent.
Write a short daily note for each participant, track attendance and requested outcomes, and submit records on time.
Report any sign of abuse or neglect promptly in accordance with Kisco policy and California law.
Keep families updated with regular notes and photos, and return calls and emails within one business day.
Assist with family meetings, Pathways preview sessions, tours, and open houses.
Work closely with Care Services, Heirloom Memory Care, Dining, Sales, and the front desk.
Train, schedule, and coach the Pathways Assistant, and train and guide volunteers.
Attend Daily Line Up and department meetings.