Life Enrichment Aide

JGS Lifecare; Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Sign-on bonus

Paid time off

Free meals

Free parking

Job summary

JGS Leavitt Family Jewish Home is seeking a Life Enrichment Aide (CNA) to support residents through engaging activities. The role requires a valid MA CNA certification and involves coordinating recreational programs with attention to safety and resident well-being.

We value energetic interactions, memory care experience, and strong MS Office skills. This full-time position includes benefits and a schedule with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active MA CNA certification.
• Engage residents with upbeat energy.
• Minimum 1 year of Memory Care/Assisted Living/Long-Term Care experience preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel) and Outlook.
• Clear English communication, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engaging recreational and therapeutic activities that support residents' needs and goals.
• Document participation and progress accurately.
• Coordinate and supervise group activities, events, concerts, and other activities, ensuring residents are escorted safely and engaged.
• Safely transport residents to outings and assist with transfers as needed.

Skills

MA CNA Certification

MS Office proficiency

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Life Enrichment Aide - CNA | JGS Leavitt Family Jewish Home
$19.00 - $21.00/hour, based on experience
Full -Time | 10:00AM – 6:00PM | rotating weekends and holidays 8:00AM – 4:30PM

At JGS Leavitt Family Jewish Home, we not only provide compassionate and comprehensive care, but we are a leader in the industry when it comes to the value we place on resident care and employee appreciation!

Delivering Solutions that Matter:

• Assist with providing engaging recreational and therapeutic activities that support residents' individual needs and care goals.
• Document participation and progress accurately.
• Assist with coordinating and supervising group activities, special events, concerts, and other activities, ensuring residents are safely escorted and actively engaged.
• Safely transport residents to recreational outings and appointments by driving community vans and assisting with resident transfers as needed.

Qualifications for Success:

• MUST have a current, Active MA CNA Certification
• Position requires upbeat, high energy and the ability to engage residents in activities!
• Minimum 1-year experience working in a Memory Care, Assisted Living or Long-Term care setting preferred
• Moderate to advanced computer skills – specifically with MS Office including Work, Publisher, Outlook email, and Excel.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English – both verbally and written

Benefits for Eligible Positions:

• Comprehensive health & insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage (STD, LTD, accident, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Strong financial & retirement benefits including 403(b) retirement savings, flexible spending account, tuition reimbursement, and sign-on bonus
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday
• Perks that support daily living such as free meals, snacks, weekly groceries, and free parking
• Inclusive workplace with great environment and rewarding organization culture
• Convenient location & accessibility easily reachable via major highways and MBTA commuter rail and bus

JGS Lifecare Communities are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.