Life Enrichment Aide

About the role

The Delaney at The Vale is seeking a Life Enrichment Aide to join our team. This role involves planning, coordinating, and leading engaging activities that enhance the quality of life for residents across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities that promote creativity, wellness, socialization, lifelong learning, and meaningful engagement.
• Plan and teach a variety of arts and crafts classes, adapting projects to meet residents of all skill and cognitive levels.
• Lead group fitness and wellness classes including chair exercise, stretching, balance, strength, walking groups, dance, and other age-appropriate movement programs.
• Develop fresh, creative programming ideas that inspire residents to participate and try new experiences.
• Plan and execute diverse and engaging programs for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents.
• Promote a healthy, welcoming, and inclusive community culture for residents, families, and employees.
• Encourage resident involvement, build meaningful relationships, and provide one-on-one engagement for residents who may need additional encouragement.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to create memorable community events and celebrations.
• Assist with community outings.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• An associate’s degree is preferred.
• Six (6) months experience working with seniors in activities/life enrichment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Warm, caring, patient, and compassionate personality.
• Naturally creative and full of fresh ideas.
• Confident leading exercise and wellness classes.
• Outgoing, energetic, and enthusiastic personality.
• Flexible and willing to jump in wherever needed.
• Excellent at building relationships with older adults and their families.
• Organized, dependable, and able to multitask.
• A team player with a positive attitude and great sense of humor.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Dental Insurance.
• Health Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• On-site Gym access.

Pay

$21-23/hour

Schedule

Full-time opportunity, Sunday - Thursday 9:30am-4:30pm