Life Enrichment Assistant - Memory Care
Lutheran Life Villages · Fort Wayne, IN · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
About the role
Join us as a Life Enrichment Assistant at the Village at Inverness, where you'll inspire joy, create meaningful moments, and make every day matter for residents in our Memory Care Assisted Living community.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead meaningful recreational and life enrichment activities
- Build genuine relationships with residents and encourage participation
- Support person-centered memory care using Positive Approach to Care (PAC), Teepa Snow, and Eden Alternative principles
- Assist with group outings, celebrations, seasonal events, and intergenerational programs
- Help assess residents' interests and individualize activities to meet their needs
- Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary team members to enhance quality of life
- Maintain activity documentation and attendance records
- Transport residents to activities and outings as needed
- Create an engaging, welcoming, and vibrant community atmosphere
Requirements
Compassionate and resident-focused
Creative, energetic, and enthusiastic
Patient and encouraging
Strong communicator and team player
Organized and dependable
Passionate about creating meaningful experiences for older adults
Qualifications
- Experience in memory care, life enrichment, or senior living is highly preferred
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility and adaptability
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 14 Paid Holidays (full-time)
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (eligible after 30 days)
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education Assistance
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Referral Bonus Program
- Frequent campus events
- and much more!
Pay
Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate the unique needs of our residents