Life Enrichment Assistant/Activities Assistant - Memory Care

Otterbein SeniorLife; Sylvania (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Otterbein SeniorLife is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant for Memory Care. The role involves planning and implementing cultural, educational and leisure activities, outings and special events, assisting resident transports, and developing the monthly activity calendar.

The candidate should have an associate degree in gerontology or related field (bachelor’s preferred), a 90-hour Activity Training Certificate or COTA, and a valid Ohio driver’s license with a good driving record.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in gerontology or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: 90-hour Activity Training Certificate; COTA; Must have a current Ohio Driver’s License. Must have a good driving record and be insurable
• Experience: 1 year in activities/programs/event planning; able to multi-task; able to learn software; excellent communication with diverse residents; engage older adults in programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate activities.
• Plan Lifelong Learning opportunities for independent living residents on campus as well as trips to other venues.
• Plan off campus trips for independent living residents (day trips, overnight trips).
• Must be able to independently offer educational opportunities for residents which may involve presenting the programs.

Skills

Activities planning experience

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Associate degree in gerontology or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

The Life Enrichment Assistant for Memory Care is responsible for planning and implementing a variety of cultural, educational and leisure activities, outings and special events, assisting resident transports, and developing the monthly activity calendar.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate activities
• Plan Lifelong Learning opportunities for independent living residents on campus as well as trips to other venues.
• Plan off campus trips for independent living residents (day trips, overnight trips, multiple day trips).
• Must be able to independently to offer educational opportunities for residents which may involve presenting the programs.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates degree in gerontology or related field, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Licensure/Certification: A minimum of a 90-hour Activity Training Certificate; COTA; Must have a current Ohio Driver’s License. Must have a good driving record and be insurable
• Experience: A minimum of 1 year experience in activities/programs/event planning. Must be able to multi-task and work independently. Must be computer literate with ability to learn new software programs. Excellent communication skills to work with persons of all levels of background and education as well as persons with cognitive and physical limitations. Must be able to engage older adults in programs that enhance their quality of life
• Must have a flexible schedule for some evening and weekend activities