Life Enrichment Assistant/ Assisted Living

Full time, 1st shift to include weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Pay

$16.50 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401K
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

About the role

The Activity Assistant organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs of our residents. The program is intended to fulfill basic psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The Activity Assistant supports and assists all necessary programming.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative daily program for residents
• Leads and implements one-on-one, small group, and large group activities according to the programming schedule
• Supports, encourages, and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
• Supports the residents' abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity
• Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity, and attention span capability
• Communicates any changes in the residents' condition or behavior pattern to the Life Enrichment Director
• Assists in the planning, developing, organizing, and implementation of all residence activities
• Develops suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program
• Maintains a professional, warm, and caring relationship with residents and families
• Assists in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community activities
• Assists with monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar
• Attends required ongoing in-service training sessions and orientation
• Drives residents in van as needed
• Arranges doctor visits as needed
• Performs dual tasks and works independently

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of aging and disability issues preferred
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community
• Shows an ability to relate to and perform job functions for the elderly in a positive and efficient manner
• Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure