Life Enrichment/Activities Assistant

About the role

The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for delivering Life Enrichment programming designed to meet and honor the physical, social, spiritual, sensory and psychological needs of all residents based on an assessment of their individual needs and interests. This position is responsible for advocating and promoting resident participation and choice.

Responsibilities

• Leads and assists with individual and group activities
• Transport residents, notifies, encourages and assures resident participation in appropriate recreational activities according to their individual needs and plan of care
• Empowers residents to develop interpersonal relationships, socialize effectively and develop confidence to participate in individual and group activity programming
• Maintains supplies in an orderly manner, notifies supervisor of supply needs in a timely manner
• Makes sure residents arrive at scheduled activities, outings and appointments in a timely manner
• Transports residents as needed
• Maintains daily and monthly calendars of events, outings and other recreational opportunities for residents
• Aids and supports all workers and positions in the building; identifies what needs to be done and assists as needed

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Valid Drivers License, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience caring for seniors
• Activity Assistant Certified, ADC, CTRC

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Ability to follow safety protocols

Benefits

Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, other well-being resources.

Pay

The targeted pay range for this job is $16 - $19.50 per hour.

Schedule

This position has a daytime schedule with an every other weekend rotation.