Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant

Iris-Senior-Living; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Iris Memory Care of Turtle Creek in Dallas, TX is seeking a compassionate Life Enrichment Assistant to plan and lead activities that support residents' emotional, social, cognitive, and physical well-being.

This part-time role requires weekend availability and offers a warm, memory-care focused environment in the Turtle Creek area, with opportunities to build meaningful relationships with residents and families.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient and dependable demeanor.
• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage and communicate with seniors living with dementia.
• Creative, energetic, and team-oriented approach.
• Previous senior living, memory care, activities, childcare, customer service, or healthcare experience preferred — but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist with daily activities, events, games, crafts, music, exercise, and social engagement
• Encourage resident participation and build positive relationships with residents and families
• Support outings, special events, and holiday celebrations
• Assist with activity setup, decorating, organization, and cleanup
• Help maintain a positive and welcoming atmosphere throughout the community
• Work collaboratively with caregivers, nursing staff, and leadership
• Adapt activities to meet the unique needs of residents living with dementia

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Dependable

Interpersonal skills

Creative

Energetic

Team-oriented

Engage with seniors

Background check

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Turtle Creek - Dallas, TX 75219

Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant

Iris Memory Care of Turtle Creek – Dallas, TX

Help Create Meaningful Days for Seniors Living with Dementia

Iris Memory Care is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dependable Life Enrichment Assistant to join our team in downtown Dallas, TX.

Our community specializes in caring for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. We believe every resident deserves purpose, connection, joy, and meaningful engagement each day — and our Life Enrichment team plays a huge role in making that happen.

If you are creative, patient, relationship-driven, and enjoy making a positive impact in the lives of seniors, we would love to meet you.

Location

3611 Dickason Avenue

Dallas, TX 75219

Conveniently located near I35 and Oaklawn Ave in the Turtle Creek area of downtown Dallas

Position Overview

The Life Enrichment Assistant helps plan and lead activities that support residents’ emotional, social, cognitive, and physical well-being. This role works closely with residents throughout the day and helps create a warm, engaging environment throughout the community.

This is a part-time position. Please note that weekend availability is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist with daily activities, events, games, crafts, music, exercise, and social engagement
• Encourage resident participation and build positive relationships with residents and families
• Support outings, special events, and holiday celebrations
• Assist with activity setup, decorating, organization, and cleanup
• Help maintain a positive and welcoming atmosphere throughout the community
• Work collaboratively with caregivers, nursing staff, and leadership
• Adapt activities to meet the unique needs of residents living with dementia

Why Join IRIS?

• Small, supportive memory care environment
• Opportunity to make a real impact every day
• Team-focused culture
• Meaningful work with seniors and families
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full-time and part-time opportunities may be available

Pay

Rate of pay starts at $14.50 per hour, and it is negotiable based on experience. Must be open to working weekends.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient, and dependable
• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and communicate with seniors living with dementia
• Creative, energetic, and team-oriented
• Previous senior living, memory care, activities, childcare, customer service, or healthcare experience preferred — but not required
• Must be able to pass background check and meet employment requirements