Life Enrichment Assistant

Fairview Health Services; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living community in Edina seeks a Life Enrichment Assistant to enhance residents' quality of life. This role includes planning and leading activities, supporting psychosocial needs, and fostering community engagement. Ideal candidates are empathetic, communicative, and have a passion for working with seniors.

Benefits

Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans.

PTO and Sick and Safe Time.

Tuition reimbursement.

Early access to earned wages.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of related experience.
• Basic knowledge of resident wellness needs.

Responsibilities

• Assists with life enrichment programs and activities.
• Leads social events and exercise classes.
• Promotes resident independence and participation.

Skills

Communication

Social Engagement

Empathy

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Job Overview

Ebenezer is an established organization with over 100 years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to support your growth, honor your strengths, and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others.

Vernon Terrace of Edina is located conveniently near public transportation stops and close to St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and Southwest Minneapolis. Vernon Terrace offers elegant amenities and a comfortable, welcoming environment. Our vibrant senior living community provides a full spectrum of services, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Our dedicated care team embodies Ebenezer’s mission to heal, discover, and educate, ensuring our residents enjoy longer, healthier, and more meaningful lives.

The Life Enrichment Assistant assists the Life Enrichment Director with planning, implementing, and evaluating the life enrichment programming which provides for the optimization of resident physical, psychosocial, spiritual and cognitive well-being. Life Enrichment Assistants help bring to life Ebenezer's cornerstones: Lifelong Learning, Dimensions Program for Dementia Care, Crafted Culinary, Spiritual Care, and Wellness.

This schedule includes:

• Temporary position from August-November 2025
• Casual

Responsibilities:

• Assists with life enrichment programs and activities:
• Leads social events and activity programs.
• Conducts exercise class for residents.
• Communicates and coordinates life enrichment programs with all departments.
• Assists other departments with special events and family functions.
• Documents as required.
• Offers suggestions and ideas to the Life Enrichment Director to improve the programming.
• Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents.
• Assists with the planning and execution of individual, small or large group outings outside the building, including assisting residents with boarding and deboarding from vehicles safely.
• Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents:
• Encourages resident participation.
• Reports change in resident attitude, mood, or physical status to appropriate staff.
• Promotes resident independence by offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
• Assists residents in developing relationships and effectively socializing

Required:

• less than 1 year experience

Preferred:

• GED or High School Diploma
• 1 year experience

Benefit Overview

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebennezercares.org/employee-benefits

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status

$16.78-$23.50 / Hour

Ebenezer is an established organization with over 100 years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to support your growth, honor your strengths, and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others.

Vernon Terrace of Edina is located conveniently near public transportation stops and close to St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and Southwest Minneapolis. Vernon Terrace offers elegant amenities and a comfortable, welcoming environment. Our vibrant senior living community provides a full spectrum of services, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Our dedicated care team embodies Ebenezer’s mission to heal, discover, and educate, ensuring our residents enjoy longer, healthier, and more meaningful lives.

The Life Enrichment Assistant assists the Life Enrichment Director with planning, implementing, and evaluating the life enrichment programming which provides for the optimization of resident physical, psychosocial, spiritual and cognitive well-being. Life Enrichment Assistants help bring to life Ebenezer's cornerstones: Lifelong Learning, Dimensions Program for Dementia Care, Crafted Culinary, Spiritual Care, and Wellness.

This schedule includes:

• Temporary position from August-November 2025
• Casual

Responsibilities:

• Assists with life enrichment programs and activities:
• Leads social events and activity programs.
• Conducts exercise class for residents.
• Communicates and coordinates life enrichment programs with all departments.
• Assists other departments with special events and family functions.
• Documents as required.
• Offers suggestions and ideas to the Life Enrichment Director to improve the programming.
• Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents.
• Assists with the planning and execution of individual, small or large group outings outside the building, including assisting residents with boarding and deboarding from vehicles safely.
• Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents:
• Encourages resident participation.
• Reports change in resident attitude, mood, or physical status to appropriate staff.
• Promotes resident independence by offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
• Assists residents in developing relationships and effectively socializing

Required:

• less than 1 year experience

Preferred:

• GED or High School Diploma
• 1 year experience