Life Enrichment Assistant

The Wesley Community; City of Saratoga Springs (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a caring and supportive team as a Life Enrichment Assistant, where you'll engage residents in meaningful activities and promote their well-being. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of seniors, fostering joy and connection through personalized engagement. Work in a vibrant environment that values compassion, accountability, and excellence. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and a culture that prioritizes employee satisfaction and growth. Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents.

Benefits

Competitive pay + incentive compensation

Paid vacation, sick, and personal time

Flexible scheduling options

401K retirement plan

Tuition assistance and nursing scholarships

Opportunities for growth and development

Self-care support

On-site prescription fills

Fun work environment with theme weeks

Recognition events

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; coursework in gerontology preferred.
• Experience with activity settings or geriatric populations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with residents to encourage participation in activities.
• Keep accurate records of resident participation and responses.
• Lead activity programs and assist with resident requests.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Organizational Skills

Activity Planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Coursework in Gerontology or Life Enrichment

Job description

LIFE ENRICHMENT ASSISTANT

Full Time | Day Shift | 8:30am - 5pm

** Pay rate between $17 - $18.50/hour ** (based on experience)

The Wesley Community is no longer requiring employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19!

Everything we do at The Wesley Community is guided by our Core Values which form the acronym "CARES". These Core Values are COMPASSION, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, EXCELLENCE and SPIRIT. It's more than a job: it's caring that starts in the heart.

What will I do as a Life Enrichment Assistant for The Wesley Community?

• Work with residents on a one-to-one, individualized activity plan and encourage residents to participate and engage in activity programs.
• Keep accurate records of the resident's participation in and response to the activities program. Assure that all resident life enrichment assessments, care-plans, quarterly reports and 1:1 intervention are complete within the required time frame. Making sure that documentation is informative and descriptive of the services provided and the resident's response to the service.
• Lead activity programs.
• Take resident's individual requests and add them to the request list. Try to accommodate to the best of your ability.
• Post the current activity schedule for the month where it is easily accessible to residents and staff. (Large Calendar)
• Schedule Calendar committee (For resident input), plan parties, exercise, and provide games/activities for the residents.
• Make routine visits to residents and perform assistance with crafts, projects, etc., as necessary.
• Assist room bound residents by visiting with them, writing letters, etc. as necessary.
• Provide sensory stimulation to residents including one-to-one visitation, music, readings, sensory oils and touch.
• Encourage the residents to continue their educational development through continuing education programming etc.

Life Enrichment Assistant Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Coursework in gerontology or Life Enrichment preferred.
• Previous experience working in an activity setting or with geriatric populations preferred.

The Wesley Community strives to have its employees be a part of a culture of excellence and to enjoy their work. Our team is also committed to making sure our employees are rewarded for superior effort and performance and get a chance to have fun as part of their employment experience at The Wesley Community.

We offer competitive and team-focused Employee Benefits to include:

• Competitive pay + incentive compensation
• A full benefit package
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal time
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible scheduling options
• A 401K retirement plan
• Tuition assistance and nursing scholarships
• Opportunities for growth and development
• A caring and supportive teamwork environment
• Perks such as self-care support and on-site prescription fills
• A fun work environment including theme weeks, recognition events, and opportunities for staff involvement
• Member of The National Association of Health Care Assistants (NAHCA)

About the Wesley Community:

For over 40 years, The Wesley Community has provided services and programs with a commitment to compassion, caring and excellence. Our distinctive continuum of care offers a unique balance of community living and care giving that ensures quality of life at every stage of life.

We are a mission driven, not-for-profit organization that puts people first. We are proud of our reputation for excellence, innovation, and a personal approach to care and services. We encourage and support our residents in their efforts to achieve their goals, and we treat them respectfully.

Learn more about working at the Wesley Community at our careers page: www.thewesleycommunity.org/careers/