Community Life Enrichment & Activities Assistant
Newly increased pay rate: $17–$19/hour based on experience.
About the role
Presbyterian Senior Living is a mission-driven organization that lives our values of fostering teamwork, upholding integrity, embracing innovation, and leading with compassion in all that we do. Our legacy of serving more than 6,000 older adults with respect and dignity for over 95 years supports our mission to promote wholeness of body, mind, and spirit for all who live within our communities.
The Community Life Enrichment and Activities Assistant is responsible for planning and leading programs that bring purpose and meaning to the lives of residents or short-term rehabilitation guests. This position is charged with engaging people to live their best lives and have a good day.
Schedule
- Full Time
- Day Shift
- Occasional Weekends and holidays
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous healthcare experience preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to interpret instructions (written and verbal)
- Strong customer service skills
- Capable of working independently or as a team
- Computer skills
- Creative thinking and positive attitude
Responsibilities
- Plan and run resident activities (arts, crafts, dance, music, exercise, brain games and sensory stimulation)
- Create diverse programs to meet resident needs
- Perform timely documentation
- Ensure care plans are up-to-date and accurate
- Keep clinical staff updated on changes to resident or guest condition
- Safely transport residents and guests to programs
- Encourage residents to participate in scheduled events
- Arrange physical environment in preparation for activities to ensure resident and guest safety
- Create a welcoming and festive environment for residents and guests
- Promote and support culture of patient-centered care and service
Benefits
Presbyterian Senior Living offers a variety of schedules, career development, and excellent benefit options.