Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant

Iris Senior Living; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Iris Memory Care of Turtle Creek in Dallas, TX is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to create meaningful days for residents living with dementia. The role focuses on planning and leading activities that support emotional, social, cognitive, and physical well-being in a warm, engaging community.

The position is part-time with weekend availability required. Join a team committed to compassion, energy, and creativity in a supportive memory care setting.

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 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.
• Create a warm, engaging atmosphere throughout the community.
• Work collaboratively with caregivers, nursing staff, and leadership.
• Adapt activities to meet residents' dementia needs.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Teamwork

Job description

Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities AssistantIris Memory Care of Turtle Creek – Dallas, TXHelp Create Meaningful Days for Seniors Living with DementiaIris Memory Care is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dependable Life Enrichment Assistant to join our team in 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.Location3611 Dickason AvenueDallas, TX 75219Conveniently located off of I35E near Oaklawn Ave in the Turtle Creek area of downtown Dallas.Position OverviewThe 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.We have a part-time position available. Please note that weekend availability is required.ResponsibilitiesLead and assist with daily activities, events, games, crafts, music, exercise, and social engagementEncourage resident participation and build positive relationships with residents and familiesSupport outings, special events, and holiday celebrationsAssist with activity setup, decorating, organization, and cleanupHelp maintain a positive and welcoming atmosphere throughout the communityWork collaboratively with caregivers, nursing staff, and leadershipAdapt activities to meet the unique needs of residents living with dementiaWhy Join IRIS?Small, supportive memory care environmentOpportunity to make a real impact every dayTeam-focused cultureMeaningful work with seniors and familiesCompetitive pay based on experienceFull-time and part-time opportunities may be availablePayRate of pay starts at $15.00 per hour, and it is negotiable based on experience. Must be open to working some weekends.Apply TodayIf you are looking for a rewarding position where you can bring energy, compassion, and creativity to work each day, we encourage you to apply.QualificationsCompassionate, patient, and dependablePositive attitude and strong interpersonal skillsAbility to engage and communicate with seniors living with dementiaCreative, energetic, and team-orientedPrevious senior living, memory care, activities, childcare, customer service, or healthcare experience preferred — but not requiredMust be able to pass background check and meet employment requirements