Life Enrichment Assistant

Front Porch Communities & Services; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunny View Retirement Community is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to support the Life Enrichment Director in implementing the Front Porch Vitality Initiative. You will plan and execute programming across six dimensions of wellness and may lead the department in the Director's absence.

The role involves coordinating resident and outside volunteers, collaborating with multiple departments, handling event logistics, and ensuring safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Requires basic computer use and office equipment handling.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.
• Ability to measure vitals and interact with residents professionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist Life Enrichment Director with planning and implementing activities and events.
• Coordinate volunteers for Life Enrichment programming.
• Work with departments to run activity programs and events on campus.
• Assist with seasonal décor placement and event logistics.
• Operate equipment needed to run activity programs and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Computer literacy

Vital signs

Customer communication

Education

1 year college or technical school

Job description

Sunny View Retirement Community

Pay Range: $23.00 - $25.00

Full-time benefited position. Schedule varies

Summary

Assists the Life Enrichment Director to ensure the implementation of the Front Porch Vitality Initiative by planning and carrying out comprehensive programming, activities and events addressing the six dimensions of whole person wellness. The Life Enrichment assistant may be asked to assume department leadership in the absence of the Life Enrichment Director.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Life Enrichment Assistant
• Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction
• Assists with the coordination of resident and outside community member volunteers needed for Life Enrichment programming
• Works closely with all departments associated with activity programs
• Assists with the timely placement of appropriate seasonal décor
• Assists in the active collaboration with outside community organizations
• Assists with the coordination of all on and off campus events which may require transportation
• Is able to operate the appropriate technical equipment necessary to running a comprehensive activities program
• Is able to assist with administrative duties including the operation of common office equipment
• Is fiscally responsible for operating within the departmental budget
• Follows department safety standards, practice body mechanic techniques and participate in campus-wide safety programs
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner Wears PPE/safety equipment as required for the job Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor
• Attends all mandatory meetings and in-services as required by the Executive Director
• Front Porch is committed to the prevention of accidents by providing equipment with safeguards, personal safety equipment on jobs which require it, and adequate safety instructions to all employees
• All employees are required to follow safe work habits in order to prevent injuries to themselves, residents, visitors or other employees

Essential:

Competencies and skills:

• Computer literacy; able to handle phones, fax and copier; emergency call systems. Able to take vital signs of customers.
• Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos

Credentials:

Education with Equivalent Qualifications:

Essential:

• 1 year college or technical school

Compensation Disclaimer: The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and criminal background clearance.