Life Enrichment Assistant

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY in Abingdon, VA is seeking a friendly, outgoing Life Enrichment Assistant to entertain residents, lead crafts, activities, outings, and baking; supporting memory care with enriching experiences. Part-time position with base pay $15.00 per hour.

You will work as part of a team, assist the Life Enrichment Specialist, use technology to track attendance, help coordinate events, decorate, and ensure safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in recreation, activities, hospitality, or working with seniors preferred, but not required.
• Friendly, energetic, and creative with passion for improving the lives of older adults.
• Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from the Life Enrichment Specialist.
• Comfortable learning and using technology platforms for activity tracking and communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain resident confidentiality at all times.
• Assist the Life Enrichment Specialist in preparing and setting up activity spaces, gathering materials, and ensuring needed supplies are ready.
• Help escort and transport residents to and from programs, providing assistance and encouragement for participation.
• Support the execution of daily activities, special events, outings, and theme days.
• Engage with residents during activities, offering companionship, guidance, and enthusiasm.
• Assist in promoting upcoming programs through personal invitations, bulletin boards, and in-room visits.
• Help decorate for holidays, special events, and seasonal changes.
• Participate in creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where residents feel valued and involved.
• Assist with organizing and storing activity supplies and equipment.
• Use designated technology platforms to help record attendance, track engagement, and document resident preferences.
• Work with the Life Enrichment Specialist to adapt activities for residents with different abilities and interests.
• Support community partnerships by greeting and assisting volunteers, entertainers, and guest speakers.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and compliance procedures during programs and outings.
• Attend required training, staff meetings, and in-services.
• Immediately report any actual or suspected resident abuse or neglect as required by law and company policy.
• Follow and support current, anticipated, and changing scheduled activities, including activities calendar adherence, support and communications.
• Other duties as assigned, including other department collaboration and support needs.
• Ambassador of company core values and culture

Skills

Friendly and energetic

Creative

Strong communication

Team player

Tech-savvy for activity tracking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Base Pay $15.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Part Time

Contact information

• Name Kayla Branson

Looking for a friendly outgoing person to entertain our residents, coming up crafts, activities, outings, baking etc. To help improve the lives of our older adults, we also have a memory care unit who also need life enrichment, it can be challenging at times, but the joy you bring to their faces is rewarding. We also do a lot of events as a team for the residents so assisting and coming up with ideas is a must.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required .
• Experience in recreation, activities, hospitality, or working with seniors preferred, but not required .
• Friendly, energetic, and creative with passion for improving the lives of older adults.
• Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from the Life Enrichment Specialist.
• Comfortable learning and using technology platforms for activity tracking and communication.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES – Included but not limited to:

• Maintain resident confidentiality at all times .
• Assist the Life Enrichment Specialist in preparing and setting up activity spaces, gathering materials, and ensuring needed supplies are ready.
• Help escort and transport residents to and from programs, providing assistance and encouragement for participation.
• Support the execution of daily activities, special events , outings, and theme days.
• Engage with residents during activities, offering companionship, guidance, and enthusiasm.
• Assist in promoting upcoming programs through personal invitations, bulletin boards, and in-room visits.
• Help decorate for holidays, special events , and seasonal changes.
• Participate in creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where residents feel valued and involved.
• Assist with organizing and storing activity supplies and equipment.
• Use designated technology platforms to help record attendance, track engagement, and document resident preferences.
• Work with the Life Enrichment Specialist to adapt activities for residents with different abilities and interests.
• Support community partnerships by greeting and assisting volunteers, entertainers, and guest speakers.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and compliance procedures during programs and outings.
• Attend required training, staff meetings, and in-services.
• Immediately report any actual or suspected resident abuse or neglect as required by law and company policy.
• Follow and support current, anticipated , and changing scheduled activities , including activities calendar adherence , support and communications.
• Other duties as assigned, including other department collaboration and support needs.
• Ambassador of company core values and culture

Ability to read, write, communicate and follow directions in English

Ability to remain calm under stress and diffuse potential conflicts

Must be accurate , dependable, and thorough in all assigned tasks

Ability to prepare for & tolerate exposure to outdoor elements as duties may require

DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES/CLEAN MVR REQUIRED:

Yes

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

• Meet general and specific Key Performance Indicators and associated industry or community metrics as leadership assigns and deems defining of success .
• Adjust to changing or evolving metrics accordingly

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE :

• Comply with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and licensing requirements for senior living services (independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care).
• Honor resident rights and follow all established protocols for care, safety, and service delivery.
• Maintain required education, certifications , and credentials.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Promptly report any incidents or compliance concerns to the appropriate supervisor .

Please Note: During the interview process, applicants may be considered for positions, shifts, schedules, or employment classifications different from those originally applied for. Any employment offer will reflect the final role and terms mutually agreed upon by the applicant and the Company.

DISCLAIMER:

This Job Description document is intended to describe the general content of the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Twenty 20 Management and associated Senior Living Communities are an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.