Life Enrichment Assistant

AdamsPlace; Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Uniforms

Tuition reimbursement

Holiday incentive pay

Earned Time Off

Job summary

NHC HealthCare Anniston is seeking a compassionate Life Enrichment Assistant to provide meaningful recreational activities that meet the physical, social, mental, and spiritual needs of our residents. The role emphasizes creating an atmosphere of fun, engagement, and enjoyment.

The ideal candidate is mature, self-motivated, dependable, and passionate about working with seniors. Opportunities to support activities that promote well-being and community involvement are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Interest in working with elderly residents.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.
• Positive attitude and good humor.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Life Enrichment/Recreation Director in assessing residents' interests and needs.
• Plan and provide therapeutic activities.
• Deliver activities supporting residents' physical, social, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
• Participate in one-on-one programs with residents as appropriate.
• Encourage participation and create an engaging, positive environment.
• Build relationships with patients, residents, families, and community.
• Support departmental programs, events, and activities.
• Maintain professional, respectful interactions with residents and staff.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Humor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NHC HealthCare Anniston | Anniston, Alabama

Employment Type Full Time

Schedule

Monday–Friday | 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. On-call weekends as needed

Pay

Depends on Experience

Position

Life Enrichment Assistant

Join Our Team at NHC HealthCare Anniston

NHC HealthCare Anniston is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dedicated Life Enrichment Assistant to join our team.

The Life Enrichment Assistant helps provide meaningful recreational opportunities designed to meet the physical, social, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of our patients and residents while creating an atmosphere of fun, engagement, and enjoyment.

The ideal candidate is mature, self-motivated, dependable, and has a genuine passion for working with seniors.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist and support the Life Enrichment/Recreation Director in assessing each patient or resident to identify individual interests, preferences, and activity needs.
• Assist with planning and providing therapeutic programs designed to meet each individual's needs.
• Provide activities that support the physical, social, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of patients and residents.
• Participate in individualized one-on-one programs for patients and residents as appropriate.
• Encourage participation and create an engaging, positive, and enjoyable environment.
• Build positive relationships with patients, residents, families, community members, and NHC partners.
• Assist with maintaining positive community and public relations.
• Support the Life Enrichment/Recreation Director with departmental programs, events, and activities.
• Follow NHC standards, policies, procedures, and the Better Way culture.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and supportive approach when working with patients, residents, families, coworkers, and leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability and desire to work with elderly patients and residents.
• Willingness to learn new ideas, programs, and skills.
• Positive attitude and a good sense of humor.
• Ability to work effectively with NHC partners, families, patients, residents, and members of the community.
• Patience, strong organizational skills, dependability, and attention to detail.
• Professional appearance and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to assist with occasional weekend or evening programs as needed.

Benefits & Perks

Benefits and eligibility may vary based on position, employment status, location, and applicable benefit plans.

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Same-day pay option
• Flexible scheduling
• Holiday incentive pay
• Earned Time Off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Uniforms
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Why NHC?

For more than 50 years, NHC has been committed to providing quality care and creating meaningful experiences for the patients, residents, families, and communities we serve. Our culture is built around caring, teamwork, integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence.

As a Life Enrichment Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of our patients and residents by helping create opportunities for connection, engagement, enjoyment, and purpose.

NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.