Life Enrichment Assistant

About the role

Seeking an energetic, compassionate, and creative individual to help create everlasting memories for our residents and families! Has anyone ever told you that you are a kind person who naturally cares for others? Are you creative, love to sing or play a musical instrument? Then, you might consider a Life Enrichment career here at Aegis Gardens Newcastle!!

This is a part-time position, working Friday - Sunday, 20 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Designing, facilitating, and conducting activities for residents alongside the Life Enrichment Director(s)
• Assist in the coordination of community wide events such as themed parties, holiday celebrations, and hosted speakers
• Create new and innovative enrichment programs and activities for our residents with a commitment to high quality standards for residents
• Participating in painting and pottery, lunch outings, shopping trips, sporting events, card games, exercise, puzzles, games, movies and so much more!
• Maintain a professional and caring attitude towards residents

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate attitude
• Experience working with seniors in assisted living or related field preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to use computers, TV's, apps and other electronic devices
• A musical background, art background, and experience in event planning for seniors is a big plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay ($21.00/Hr)
• Excellent benefits (medical/dental/vision/401k/tuition assistance and more!)
• Enjoyable work/life balance
• Excellent orientation and communication with management
• Ongoing training programs and a well-defined career path
• Employee appreciation days (additional vacation time)