Life Engagement Assistant

Hcshiring; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holiday pay

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision

401k plan with options

Domestic Partner Coverage

Pet insurance

Associate appreciation events

Ongoing education & CEU opportunities

Job summary

Mariella of Arlington Heights is seeking a Life Engagement Assistant to join our team and create memorable moments for residents. You will support the Life Engagement Manager in building engaging programs that touch on mind, body, and soul within and outside the Community.

We value enthusiasm, reliability, and compassion. You will assist with calendars, newsletters, and transportation as needed, while supporting diverse spiritual, cultural, and social activities for residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience working with the elderly.
• Possess First Aid Certification, a valid license to drive a passenger vehicle and clean motor vehicle report.

Responsibilities

• Help establish a program of activities that stimulates the mind, body, and soul.
• Foster a positive atmosphere with leisure activities for residents’ spiritual, cultural, physical, intellectual, and social needs.
• Promote residents’ attendance at events and activities.
• Assist in preparation of activity calendar and input of newsletter.
• Conduct activity programs as assigned.
• Drive community van and bus as needed.
• Assist with decorations for holidays and special occasions.
• Assist residents with gardening projects.
• Arrange for appropriate spiritual activities per resident preferences.

Skills

First Aid Certification

Valid driver’s license

Experience with elderly care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mariella of Arlington Heights

We are looking for a Life Engagement Assistant to join our team! Bring your infectious enthusiasm for creating memorable moments to help turn every day into an adventure for our residents.

What you’ll be doing:

• Working hand-in-hand with the Life Engagement Manager, you’ll help establish a program of activities that stimulates the mind, body, and soul.


• You’ll foster a positive atmosphere with leisure activities that cater to the spiritual, cultural, physical, intellectual, and social needs of our residents, both within and outside the Community.


• Promote residents’ attendance at events and activities.


• Assist in preparation of activity calendar and input of newsletter.


• Conduct activity programs as assigned.


• Drive community van and bus as needed.


• Assist with decorations for holidays and special occasions.


• Assist residents with gardening projects.


• Arranges for appropriate spiritual activities as reflected by resident preferences.

What you’ll bring to the table:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• One year of experience working with the elderly


• Possess First Aid Certification, a valid license to drive a passenger vehicle and clean motor vehicle report.

What's in it for you:

We believe in taking care of our associates, just like they take care of our residents. Here are some of the perks we offer for eligible associates:

• Time to recharge: PTO Plan and holiday pay because we believe work-life balance and celebrating special occasions is important.


• To keep you healthy: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. You’ll even have access to a Personal Health Advocate to be your right hand in things like coordinating care with providers, insurance coverage questions, and billing issues. Because mental health is being healthy, our EAP program is here to help when needed.


• For the future and just in case: 401k plan because retirement sounds pretty awesome. Plus, optional insurance coverage such as Accident & Critical Illness and Life & Disability. You can also opt in to have access to legal services to help with anything from will preparation to more complex legal issues.


• For those you love: Domestic Partner Coverage and optional pet insurance are available.


• Because we like to have fun: Regularly scheduled associate appreciation and fun events with games, food, and prizes. We take our work seriously but try not to take ourselves too seriously.


• Career Development: We want you to stay with us for a long time. We provide opportunities for ongoing monthly education & CEU opportunities to enhance your skills.