Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant - Part Time

Artis Senior Living; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Artis Senior Living seeks a part-time Life Enrichment Assistant to engage residents in meaningful activities and programming. The role includes collaborating on the monthly calendar, planning personalized outings, and supporting resident well-being by honoring their identities. We value creativity and compassion in enhancing the lives of our elderly community members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia is essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage residents in daily programming and entertainment.
• Create and develop programs to meet individualized needs.
• Coordinate trips for residents with memory loss.

Skills

Engagement with elderly population

Creativity

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

*Starting pay is $18 / hour!
*This is a part time position offering approximately 20-25 hours per week. Every other weekend is required!

The Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant will engage residents in daily programming and entertainment. Assists the Director in the creation of activities designed to meet the individualized needs of our residents. Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role.

Working atArtis Senior Living, you'll play an integral role on a dynamic team helping people living with dementia achieve the essential human needs of purpose, belonging and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life - we call this act of service "Honoring Yesterday & Celebrating Today." We like to think that Artis associates are the most thoughtful people on the planet, so in return - they deserve to feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We truly look forward to you being part of the Artis family! We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company.

The Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant will:

• Create and develop programs that meet the individualized needs of the resident population at the community.
• Collaborate with other Life Enrichment Assistants to develop a monthly calendar that meets the Artis standards and the individual interests of the residents.
• Utilize the Partnership Profile to develop appropriate programs of interest to the residents.
• Utilize the associate Partnership Profile to involve associates in programs of interest and to enhance the monthly calendar.
• Demonstrate the company philosophy of Positive Partnerships the ARTIS Way.
• Assures that the ARTIS specific programs are being held as designated (i.e., Time to Dish, Town Halls, I CAN program, and I’m AlWrite).
• Coordinate with outside agencies and organizations to develop programs that enhance resident experience.
• Plans out trips for residents that meet their individual needs and are appropriate for residents with memory loss
• Provides information to the Director of Life Enrichment regarding the resident engagement in order to assist with the development of a personalized care plan.
• Maintain communication with family members regarding level of participation in programs.
• Support and maintain an effective volunteer program through screening, orienting, training, supervising and evaluating volunteers.

Educational Requirements:

• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.