Life Enrichment - Activities Assistant - Per-Diem

Monarch Communities; Litchfield (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

On the job training

Free Parking

Job summary

Monarch Communities is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to implement programs and events for residents in our Connecticut community. This part-time role reports to the Life Enrichment Director and is non-exempt and hourly.

You will plan, deliver and adapt activities, maintain resident histories, and assist with monthly calendars while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. A flexible schedule and computer skills are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading programs for senior residents.
• High school diploma or higher education preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Willing to work flexible hours.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with ability to learn new applications.
• Ability to drive the community vehicle for outings.

Responsibilities

• Assists with planning and implementing programs that meet the needs and interests of the residents.
• Assists with creating resident histories and profiles with resident/family involvement.
• Engages residents in daily programs and handles setup and cleanup of daily programs scheduled.
• Creates monthly social program calendars and distributes them to community personnel and residents.
• Keeps residents engaged between planned programs.
• Drives the community vehicle for resident outings.
• Participates in and attends all in-service training as scheduled.
• Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Program leadership

Verbal & written communication

Flexibility

Microsoft Office

Driver license / vehicle use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Part-time
• Compensation: USD 17 - USD 17 - hourly

Company Description

Monarch/Brandywine Senior Living

Company Culture and Values:At Monarch Communities, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Job Description

Reports To:

The Life Enrichment Assistant will report to Life Enrichment Director.

FLSA Classification:

This position is classified as Non-Exempt and is an Hourly Position.

Job Overview:

The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing assigned programs and events to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents within the community.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assists with planning and implementing programs that meet the needs and interests of the residents.
• Assists with creating resident histories and profiles with resident/family involvement.
• Assumes responsibility for engaging residents in daily programs set-up and clean-up of daily programs scheduled.
• Assists with creating a monthly social program calendar and distributes them to community personnel and residents.
• Keeps residents engaged between planned programs.
• Drives the community vehicle for resident outings.
• Participates in and attends all in-service training as scheduled.
• Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Related experience in leading programs.
• High school diploma or higher education preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Willing to work flexible hours.
• Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications.
• Ability to drive the community vehicle for resident outings.

Physical Abilities:

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 25 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Additional Information

• Flexible Schedule
• On the job training
• Free Parking

Other Compensation Programs:

• Employee Referral Bonus
• Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.