Life Enrichment Assistant

Fairview Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community in Minneapolis seeks a Life Enrichment Assistant to support residents' physical, psychosocial, and spiritual well-being. This role involves planning and implementing activities, driving residents to outings, and fostering social interactions. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing the lives of others through enriching programs.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement

Early Access to Earned Wages

Qualifications

• Assists with life enrichment programs and activities.
• Conducts exercise class for residents.
• Reports changes in resident attitude or mood.

Responsibilities

• Leads social events and activity programs.
• Drives residents to outings in the Pillars bus.
• Encourages resident participation and independence.

Skills

Communication

Social Skills

Education

GED

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.

The Pillars of Prospect Park (POPP) is a nationally recognized, award-winning community offering a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative and high-performing environment. Conveniently located near the light rail transit station and metro bus line, POPP is close to the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis, MN.

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, Wellness, and Intergenerational Programming

This schedule includes;

• 64 hours per two weeks ; full-time
• Tuesday-Saturday

Responsibilities:

• Assists with life enrichment programs and activities:
• Leads social events and activity programs.
• Conducts exercise class for residents.
• Drive residents to outings throughout the week in the Pillars bus.
• 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 changes 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 of experience
• Current Driver's License in good standing
• Must be insurable under the employer’s/community's Auto Insurance Coverage
• Medical Examiner’s Certificate performed by a medical examiner listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners under subpart D of part 390 of this chapter, indicating they are physically capable of driving a CMV

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.

EEO Statement

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