Activity (Life Enrichment Assistant)

Orchards; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

Vacation and Paid Sick Time

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Orchards is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to support planning and implementing engaging programs for residents in our skilled nursing facility. This role promotes physical, mental, and emotional well‑being through meaningful interaction and daily enrichment.

Responsibilities include developing activities, encouraging participation, transporting residents to activities, and assisting with events while adhering to health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a senior care, recreation, or customer service setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, creativity, and a passion for working with older adults.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, organizing, and leading group and individual activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities
• Encourage resident participation and provide companionship during programs
• Help transport residents to and from activities
• Document resident participation and provide feedback to the Life Enrichment Director
• Support special events, outings, and holiday celebrations
• Comply with all health, safety, and infection control policies

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patience

Creativity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Life Enrichment Assistant

The Orchards is currently seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to join our team to support the planning and implementation of engaging programs and activities for residents in our skilled nursing facility. This role is essential in promoting the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our residents through meaningful interaction and daily enrichment.

Life Enrichment Assistant Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing, organizing, and leading group and individual activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities

• Encourage resident participation and provide companionship during programs

• Help transport residents to and from activities

• Document resident participation and provide feedback to the Life Enrichment Director

• Support special events, outings, and holiday celebrations

• Comply with all health, safety, and infection control policies

Life Enrichment Assistant Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Previous experience in a senior care, recreation, or customer service setting preferred

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Patience, creativity, and a passion for working with older adults

• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends

Life Enrichment Assistant Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

• Vacation and Paid Sick Time

• 401K

• Tuition Reimbursement