Life Enrichment Assistant

About the role

The Life Enrichment Assistant develops and coordinates activity programs that reflect the varied interests of residents and provide meaningful, life-enriching experiences. Programming encompasses physical, social, intellectual, and artistic facets, including both in-community and external activities.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteer members and cultivate staff involvement in activities.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual training through the designated Learning Management System (LMS).
• Communicate activity programs and upcoming events to department supervisors.
• Create daily and monthly activity calendars with dates, times, and locations.
• Coordinate and host all special events, including holiday events, and decorate the community accordingly.
• Facilitate resident council or town hall meetings for residents to share feedback on community services.
• Submit resident feedback to the Executive Director for corrections or staff recognition.
• Maintain an adequate supply of activity equipment within budgetary guidelines.
• Arrange transportation for regular and special outings, including emergency resident care supplies and staff assistance.
• Cultivate opportunities for residents to engage in community centers and service projects.
• Possess and maintain strong knowledge of the community, its benefits, services, healthcare, residents, and employees.
• Perform other duties that contribute to the success, care, comfort, and happiness of residents.

Requirements

• Experience creating and coordinating activities for older adults.
• Ability to supervise, lead, and motivate people.
• Experience delegating responsibility while maintaining oversight of daily activities and major projects.
• Volunteer recruitment and training experience preferred.
• Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
• Knowledge of care and supervision requirements for the elderly.
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent; preferred two years of college specializing in recreational activities.
• Strong understanding of the English language to read, write, and interpret administrative information.
• Effective communication skills.