Life Enrichment Assistant - Activities Aide

Brooke Grove Retirement Village; Olney (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Sick Time

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Brooke Grove Foundation Inc. seeks a Life Enrichment Assistant - Activities Aide for part-time daytime hours (8:30am–4:30pm) at Brooke Grove Retirement Village.

The role supports residents through planned programs, leads activities, and conducts one-to-one visits to enhance engagement and well-being. Requirements include a Life Enrichment certificate or 3–6 months related experience, a valid driver's license, and CPR preferred.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Life Enrichment program or related experience/training.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows up quickly on resident requests or needs.
• Answers the phone with a smile.
• Arrange rooms and supplies for Life Enrichment events.
• Notify residents of schedules and encourage participation.
• Lead groups, clubs, and events as assigned.
• Conduct one-to-one visits with residents.
• Operate audiovisual equipment and monitor engagement.
• Drive bus to transport residents for trips and outings.

Skills

Valid driver's license

CPR preferred

Education

Life Enrichment certificate

Experience in Life Enrichment

Job description

Life Enrichment Assistant - Activities Aide

Part Time | Days (8:30am - 4:30pm)

Pay Rate up to $19.50/hour

Responsibilities of a Life Enrichment Assistant - Activities Aide:

• Follows up quickly on resident requests or needs.
• Answers the phone with a smile, knowing that a smile can be "heard" on the phone.
• Arranges chairs, tables, or necessary supplies in designated rooms or other areas for scheduled Life Enrichment engagements and events such as parties, exercise, discussion groups, games, or movies.
• Notifies residents of schedules and events; encourages residents to attend planned Life Enrichment programs.
• Leads groups, clubs, and events as assigned by Life Enrichment Director, and in accordance with programming and residents' needs.
• Conducts one-to-one visits with residents in accordance with programming and residents' needs.
• Operates audiovisual and other similar equipment, and monitors engagement of residents during programs.
• Drives bus to transport residents to and from recreational trips, tours, and outings; complies with local traffic and safety regulations.
• Assists residents in and out of buses during recreational outings, and follows safety practices during all activity.

Requirements of a Life Enrichment Assistant - Activities Aide:

• Certificate in Life Enrichment program; or three to six month's related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Current CPR preferred.

Our mission is to "Touch People's Lives", and to us, it is more than a mission, it is a way of life!

At Brooke Grove Retirement Village (part of Brooke Grove Foundation), we understand that all of us touch the lives of those we encounter, and we strive to make sure that impact is positive and uplifting. As a result, the people who live and work here are happy; and it shows! We welcome all and cherish diversity among our residents and staff, embracing those of all backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.

Our employees live out our mission each and every day. We are committed to providing care and services that enrich the lives of our residents and employees.

Brooke Grove Retirement Village offers competitive salaries and benefits along with quality training and educational opportunities to include:

• Two comprehensive Medical coverage plans, as well as Dental and Vision
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, and Cancer Indemnity Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Sick, Vacation, and Holiday Time
• Direct Deposit
• Tuition Reimbursement

Brooke Grove Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in admissions, employment, contracting with consultants or acceptance of volunteers on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, sexual orientation, or national origin.