Life Enrichment Assistant

Job Details: Job Location: Parkview Retirement Center - Sanford, NC, Salary Range: $12.00 - $15.00Hourly, The Life Enrichment Assistant assists the Life Enrichment Director in providing activities that will engage residents in mental, physical, social, spiritual and creative capacities.
 

Duties and Responsibilities
• Interacts with residents and staff in a professional and friendly manner at all times.
• Develops individual and group relationships with residents, their family members, and guests.
• Provides ideas and recommendations to Life Enrichment Director for activities to provide opportunities for residents with varying interests.
• Participates in various resident activities.
• Tracks resident participation in programs and develops a plan to get residents involved in activities.
• Informs and reminds residents of daily activities.
• Accompanies residents on various trips outside the community.
• Sets up activity/entertainment area for activities. This could include tables, chairs, foods, entertainment equipment, etc.
• Keeps office and activities area neat, clean, and organized.
• Assists with decorating various areas of the community with seasonal/holiday decorations. Timely removes and stores decorations.
• Assists with executing a celebration of resident birthdays.
• Attends monthly meetings with residents to get feedback regarding current activities, as well as suggestions for added activities.
• Works with sales/marketing department to assist with execution of various marketing events.
• Drives community vehicle to transport residents to doctor appointments and outings if driver is unavailable.
• Requires walking, sitting, and/or standing for extended periods of time.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Follows all OSHA, Fire, Health Department, and safety requirements.
Qualifications: Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, as established by company insurance provider, is required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to be creative in recommending fresh activities to encourage resident participation.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Competent in organization and time management.
• Demonstrate good judgment.
• Ability to work well under stress, complete assignments accurately, and work well with others.
• Effectively communicate in English with residents and other employees.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be proficient in use of computers, with the ability to learn various software.
• Demonstrate desire to be a team player.
• Regular attendance is required.
Working Conditions
• May require working with challenging residents.
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents, families, guests and vendors.
• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections.
• May require driving van or bus.
Physical Requirements
• Walking; sitting; standing, for extended periods of time.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Talk and hear.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds.