Life Enrichment Assistant

Eskaton; California; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskaton, a nonprofit senior services provider, is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to implement social programs aimed at fostering the welfare of residents. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have experience working with the elderly, especially those with memory-related conditions. Join a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive Health Plan including dental and vision

Company paid life insurance

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off programs

Voluntary benefits & supplemental insurance

Free meals at communities

Qualifications

• Previous experience with the elderly in a recreational setting preferred.
• Experience with residents with Alzheimer's and other dementias is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Title XXII and OBRA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement various social Life Enrichment programs for residents.
• Assist the Life Enrichment Director with planning and organizing activities.
• Meet residents' needs taking into account their abilities and limitations.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Memory Support Skills

Education

High School Graduation or Equivalent (GED)

Job description

Eskaton is a nonprofit senior services provider serving Northern California’s older adults for over 55 years. With over 1,700 employees and 28 communities and services in Northern California, Eskaton is a great company to join and build your career.

Eskaton genuinely cares about the financial security, health and well-being of their staff members. In addition to competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including a 401K retirement fund matching program, Eskaton employees appreciate knowing their work makes a real difference in the community and in the lives they touch.

At Eskaton, being inclusive is one of our core values. This means that we celebrate diversity and equity for all who live and work with us, building a culture of belonging and community across the aging spectrum.us, building a culture of belonging and community across the aging spectrum.

Our Benefits include but are not limited to...

• Competitive Health Plan, including dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K with Company Match Retirement Program (Minimum eligibility requirements apply)
• Paid Time Off programs
• Voluntary benefits & supplemental insurance available
• Free meals at communities

This position is eligible for Eskaton's health benefits package the first of the month following 60 days of employment and Paid Time Off benefits program after 90 days of employment.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $19.00 to $23.81/hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered.

Position Summary:
The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing various social Life Enrichment for the social, physical, and mental welfare of the residents.

• Assists the Life Enrichment Director in planning, organizing and implementing various Life Enrichment programs.
• Assists with the creation of programs for residents who require memory support
• Meets the residents' needs and interests, taking into account the abilities and physical limitations of each individual resident.
• Participates in the residents' plan of care and documents residents' specific interests and participation.
• Documents attendance at activities.
• Operates equipment such as VCRs, P.A. systems, projection systems, etc. in an appropriate manner. Maintains those systems in a working manner and provides preventative maintenance as appropriate.
• Works with volunteer staff to ensure smooth operations of Life Enrichment programs.
• Ability to utilize redirecting skills when interacting with residents

Qualifications

Education:
High school graduation or equivalent G.E.D.

Training and Experience:
Previous experience working with the elderly in a recreational setting preferred. Previous experience working with residents with Alzheimer's and other dementias greatly preferred.

Job Knowledge:
Knowledge of Title XXII and OBRA preferred. Understands the aspects of leading an activity.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, COVID test, TB screen test and health screen.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

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