Dynamic Life Enrichment Lead - Elder Care Activities

PACE Southeast Michigan; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

PACE Southeast Michgan is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to support a Life Enrichment Therapist by coordinating engaging activities for participants in a senior day center. You will help design and implement group and individual programs across arts, outdoor activities, exercise, music, and special events.

The role emphasizes strong communication, energy, and willingness to engage with residents in a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• At a minimum high school diploma or equivalent exam.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a social or recreational program, full-time in an activities/life enrichment program in a healthcare setting for the elderly.
• Activity Assistant Certification is a plus from a recognizing body such as NCCAP, or NAPPCC is plus.
• Must possess effective written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of computer and technology systems.
• Must be very outgoing, energetic, and able to engage participants in leisure activities.
• Professional conduct, high-achiever, emotionally intelligent/and aware.
• Able to engage with large room volumes.
• Education of Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia is a plus.
• Event-planning experience is a plus.
• Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate group and individualized programming and activities for participants designed to meet social, intellectual, physical, and spiritual needs and interests.
• Assist with escorting participants to activities and community outings.
• Assist in the development of the monthly activities calendar and special events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Energetic personality

Computer literacy

Participant engagement

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Alzheimer’s/Dementia education is a plus

Job description

PACE Southeast Michgan is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to support a Life Enrichment Therapist by coordinating engaging activities for participants in a senior day center. You will help design and implement group and individual programs across arts, outdoor activities, exercise, music, and special events.

The role emphasizes strong communication, energy, and willingness to engage with residents in a multidisciplinary team.