Life Enrichment Assistant (On-Call)

Position Summary

The Life Enrichment Assistant brings Eskaton’s WellPath Program to life by supporting residents in living with purpose, joy, and connection each day. This role helps plan and lead programs that nurture the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—through creativity, movement, learning, reflection, and community engagement.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists the Director of Resident Services in planning, organizing, and facilitating programs of the WellPath Program.
• Supports the creation of programs that reflect resident preferences, strengths, and life stories, adapting activities to meet varying abilities and ensuring all residents can participate with dignity and success.
• Contributes to resident plans of care by documenting individual interests, participation, and engagement patterns to support personalized, person-directed programming.
• Accurately documents resident attendance and engagement in daily programs, ensuring records inform future planning and uphold Eskaton’s standards for quality and continuity of care.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains program equipment and technology to enhance engagement and ensure smooth, safe operation of activities and events.
• Collaborates with volunteers, family members, and fellow team members to ensure Life Enrichment programs run smoothly and reflect Eskaton’s Welcoming and Empowerment values through inclusion and teamwork.

Other Job Functions

• Models and embodies Eskaton’s core values, including:
• Creating a sense of warmth, welcoming and belonging for all
• Fostering excellence in everything we do
• Seeking consistent improvement, learning and sustainable growth
• Stepping up, taking ownership and leading with initiative
• Complies with all provisions in Eskaton’s Corporate Compliance Policy and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Maintains attendance as outlined in Eskaton policy.
• Maintains a professional image to the public and residents.
• Works in accordance with established safety guidelines; uses proper body mechanics; follows safe work practices; wears appropriate safety gear.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduation or equivalent G.E.D.
• Training and Experience: Previous experience working with the elderly in a recreational setting preferred. Knowledge of Title XXII and OBRA preferred. Understands the aspects of leading an activity.