Life Enrichment Assistant

Vibrant Life Senior Living - Kalamazoo; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Referral Bonus

401K Plan

Cna Program Reimbursement

Paychex App Benefits

Job summary

Vibrant Life Senior Living in Kalamazoo, MI seeks a Life Enrichment Assistant to assist the Life Enrichment Director by delivering engaging group and individual activities for residents. You will interact daily with residents, help set up activities, maintain supplies, and support outings, while upholding a compassionate, patient approach and strong teamwork in a resident-centered environment.

This role offers a schedule that includes evenings and weekends, with benefits such as medical

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year experience as an activity assistant.
• Flexibility to work scheduled hours.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassion and genuine interest in seniors.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with water hydration and cups during shifts.
• Support activities planned by Life Enrichment Director.
• Ensure activity areas are clean, safe, and appropriately noisy.
• Set up spaces and manage supplies for activities.
• Encourage residents to participate and accompany them to activities.
• Help transport residents to activities and outings when needed.
• Follow activity instructions and report supplies to the Director.
• Communicate needs for materials to the director.

Skills

Compassion

Verbal and written communication

Team player

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 1 year experience as an activity assistant

Job description

Vibrant Life Senior Living sets itself apart from other assisted living communities by creating personalized plans that emphasize healthy living. We focus on healthy lifestyles, building meaningful relationships, and providing activities and experiences that people who live in Vibrant Life have always loved to do.

Our passionate CareFriends are trained to provide loving, quality care while helping residents create, maintain, and enhance personal relationships. Our residents stay active, safe, and healthy through daily movement programs, physical therapy, and a healthy diet that blends comfort foods with nutrition. Specialized diets for those who require low-salt, low-sugar, or any other dietary need are available.

By providing a foundation for good physical, stimulating cognitive, and strong emotional and mental health, Vibrant Life helps residents continue to live their own vibrant life!

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Life Enrichment Assistant to support the Life Enrichment Director in providing engaging group and individual activities for residents. This role involves regular personal interaction with a diverse resident population and a varied work schedule that includes alternating weekends, evenings, and holidays. Responsibilities also include record keeping, maintaining a welcoming environment, proper use of supplies and equipment, and organization and upkeep of storage areas.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Bcbsm) – Available After 90 Days
• Paid Vacation Time (Vto)
• Earned Sick Time
• Referral Bonus – Earn up to $750 (Paid out over One Year)
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Cna Program Reimbursement
• Additional Benefits Available Through Our Paychex App, Including: Disability Insurance, Employee Loans, Pay-on-demand Access

What You’ll Do:

• Upon starting shift, proceed around to residents’ rooms and collect any water cups that may be lingering, take to the kitchen to be washed. Fill new cups with ice and water to be distributed to each resident’s room to help maintain hydration.
• Assist with activities as planned and directed by the Life Enrichment Director.
• Be sure area for scheduled activities is free and proper noise level for program being performed.
• Set area up as needed for the type of activity planned, ensure you have enough supplies for potential residents attending.
• Remind Resident Assistants and residents of the scheduled activity. Go to each resident’s room and encourage them to come down for excitement and fun.
• Assist in transporting residents to and from activity area as needed, have availability to go on the outings to assist and support residents.
• Follow the instructions of the activity as directed.
• Inform the Life Enrichment Director of any and all needed supplies for scheduled activities.

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 1 year experience as an activity assistant
• Flexibility to work scheduled hours as required
• Compassion and a genuine interest in working with the senior population
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Pleasant and compassionate personality, energetic with a positive attitude.
• Respect for authority, respect the rights of the residents, including the right to privacy and the right to make choices.
• Maintains composure in stressful situations, has knowledge on redirection in difficult situations.
• Works well with others as a valuable team player.
• Helps maintain a pleasant and cheerful environment.
• Assist with putting up and taking down and storing decorations for all occasions.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent bending/lifting, walking, sitting, using fingers and hands in a repetitive motion.

Why Join Vibrant Life Senior Living?

• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that values compassion and connection.
• Enjoy a positive, people-centered workplace where your work truly makes an impact.
• Competitive pay, growth opportunities, and a fulfilling role serving others.

Vibrant Life Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.