Life Enrichment and Activities Assistant
Job description
The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for the development and coordination of activity programs for the community that reflects the varied interests of the residents and provides them with meaningful and life enriching activities. The Life Enrichment Assistant will develop programming that encompasses all facets of an individual’s being: physical, social, intellectual, spiritual, artistic, and that includes activities in and outside of the community.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for the recruitment, training, and coordination of volunteer members and the cultivation of staff involvement in activities.
- Communicate to the department supervisors of activity programs and upcoming events.
- Create daily/monthly activity calendar that reflects the varied interests of the residents and provides them with the dates, time, and location of programs.
- Coordinate and host all special events, including holiday events. Decorate community according to current holiday or event.
- Provide a forum for residents to meet monthly and share their ideas, thoughts, and concerns regarding the services provided at the community (resident council or town hall meetings). Submit resident feedback to Executive Director for correction or staff recognition.
- Maintain an adequate supply of equipment for regular activities, keeping within budgetary guidelines.
- Arrange transportation for regular and special outings, including emergency resident care supplies and staff assistance, as needed.
- Cultivate opportunities for residents to engage in various community centers and service projects.
- Possess and maintain a strong knowledge of the community, its benefits, the services provided, healthcare services overall, the residents and employees.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Experience in creating and coordinating activities for older adults or comparable.
- Ability to supervise, lead, and motivate people.
- Able to delegate responsibility while maintaining oversight of daily activities and major projects.
- Experience in volunteer recruitment and training a bonus.
- Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed/scheduled.
- Knowledge of the requirements for providing care and supervision to the elderly.
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, preferred two years of college specializing in recreational activities.
- Must have strong understanding of the English language sufficient to read, write and interpret administrative information.
- Must be able to effectively communicate with others.
Columbia Landing offers a robust benefits program including generous PTO, medical, dental and vision coverage and a fantastic working environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Signing bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Issaquah, WA 98029: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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