Wellness and Life Enrichment Assistant
AdamsPlace•Franklin, TN
•$17 - $20•Onsite
About The Position
The Life Enrichment & Wellness Assistant enhances patients’ quality of life by planning, preparing, and leading therapeutic, wellness, and restorative activities. The position supports patients across cognitive and physical ability levels, with an emphasis on dementia care, sensory-based programming, mobility and exercise activities, and meaningful engagement. The assistant may also support assisted dining.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience or comfort working with elderly patients, including dementia care.
- Creative, energetic, organized, and flexible.
- Ability to lead groups and adapt activities as needed.
Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and lead group and individual Life Enrichment activities that support physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
- Lead exercise, mobility, movement, and restorative-style activities appropriate to patient abilities.
- Adapt activities for patients with dementia, cognitive impairment, and hospice-level care using sensory-based approaches.
- Provide individualized one-to-one engagement for patients unable to participate in group activities.
- Use calming and purposeful sensory activities with patients experiencing dementia and cognitive decline.
- Observe and document patient responses and adjust interventions as needed.
- Assist with assisted dining and mealtime engagement.
- Promote dignity, independence, and socialization during meals.
Benefits
- Earned Time Off
- Holiday Incentive Pay
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) with generous company contributions
- Competitive pay
- Uniforms
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Advancement opportunities
- Low patient ratio
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
