Life Enrichment Assistant - Full-Time

About the role

Turn Ordinary Days Into Something to Celebrate! If you're creative, outgoing, and love planning fun activities that bring people together, we want to talk to you! At The Kensington, an Agemark Senior Living community in Fort Madison, IA, we're looking for an enthusiastic Life Enrichment Assistant to work alongside our Life Enrichment Director to plan games, art projects, birthday celebrations, live music, and community outings that bring joy and connection to residents' lives. With over 35 years of experience in senior living, Agemark Senior Living is proud to be recognized by Fortune as one of the Best Workplaces for Aging Services and certified as a Great Place to Work.

Responsibilities

• Create Fun Experiences: Help plan monthly activity calendars, organize daily schedules, and lead games, crafts, music, and interactive programs.
• Inspire Participation: Encourage residents to join activities, share memories, explore interests, and enjoy meaningful one-on-one connections.
• Include Everyone: Adapt activities for residents of different abilities, including those living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.
• Celebrate Special Moments: Help organize birthdays, anniversaries, holiday parties, recognition events, and community outings.
• Build Connections: Partner with residents, families, schools, senior centers, and local organizations to create memorable experiences.
• Welcome Newcomers: Help orient new residents and team members while supporting the community's volunteer program.
• Capture the Memories: Take photos, update resident information, and document activities using resident engagement software.
• Keep Things Organized: Maintain clean, welcoming activity spaces, supplies, and equipment.
• Get Out and Explore: Safely transport residents to appointments, scenic drives, and community outings.

Requirements

• Positive Personality: Friendly, energetic, patient, and genuinely enjoys spending time with older adults.
• Creative Spirit: Loves planning activities, trying new ideas, and encouraging others to participate.
• Great Communication: Strong communication skills with residents, families, and coworkers.
• Experience: Six months of senior living, recreation, or activity planning experience preferred, but not required.
• Technology Skills: Comfortable using computers, cameras, and social media.
• Safe Driver: Must be at least 21 years old with a valid