Life Enrichment/Activities Assistant

Ecumen; Sartell (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental & Vision insurance

6% 401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ecumen is seeking a Full-Time Life Enrichment/Activities Assistant in Sartell, MN to deliver engaging programs that meet residents' physical, social, spiritual, sensory, and psychological needs. The role supports participation and choice and requires a focus on safety and teamwork.

The position offers a daytime schedule with 32 hours per week and an every-other-weekend rotation. Pay ranges from $17.00 to $20.00 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package for part-time team members.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written.
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Leads and assists with individual and group activities, transports residents, andNotifies, encourages and assures resident participation in appropriate recreational activities according to plan of care.
• Empowers residents to develop interpersonal relationships, socialize, and participate in activities.
• Ensures residents arrive at scheduled activities, outings, and appointments in a timely manner; transports residents as needed.
• Maintains supplies in an orderly manner and notifies supervisor of supply needs.
• Monitors daily and monthly calendars of events, outings, and other recreational opportunities for residents.
• Assists and supports all workers and positions in the building and helps as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Activity Assistant Certification (ADC, CTRC)

Job description

Full-Time Life Enrichment/Activities Assistant l 32 hours/week with an every other weekend rotation (4 Hour Shifts on the weekend) l Day Shift

The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for delivering Life Enrichment programming designed to meet and honor the physical, social, spiritual, sensory and psychological needs of all residents based on an assessment of their individual needs and interests. This position is responsible for advocating and promoting resident participation and choice.

About Us:

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Pay:

The targeted pay range for this job is $17.00 - $20.00 per hour. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits:

• Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our part-time team members including dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Leads and assists with individual and group activities, transport residents, notifies, encourages and assures resident participation in appropriate recreational activities according to their individual needs and plan of care, and documents resident participation as appropriate.


• Empowers residents to develop interpersonal relationships, socialize effectively and develop confidence to participate in individual and group activity programming.


• Ensures residents arrive at scheduled activities, outings and appointments in a timely manner. Transporting residents as needed.


• Maintains supplies in an orderly manner, notifies supervisor of supply needs in a timely manner.


• Monitors daily and monthly calendars of events, outings and other recreational opportunities for residents.


• Assists and supports all workers and positions in the building; identifies what needs to be done and assists as needed.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years of age or older


• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written


• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED


• Previous experience caring for seniors


• Activity Assistant Certified, ADC, CTRC