Life Enrichment Assistant- Assisted Living/Independent Living

Franciscan Ministries; Lindenhurst (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Franciscan Ministries is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to execute and supervise scheduled resident activities at their Lindenhurst, IL community.

The role involves clerical support, coordinating activity programs, and assisting with transportation and pet therapy care. A high school diploma is required and 1+ years in programming or event planning is preferred. Limited travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of programming or event planning preferred.
• Ability to generate enthusiasm and interest in programs and activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist department with administrative tasks (copying, faxing, typing memoranda, calendars, phones).
• Plan, organize, and implement all activity programs at the community.
• Complete forms required by the department.
• Encourage residents to participate in daily activities.
• Assist with transportation of residents to and from activities.
• Care for pets used for pet therapy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Enthusiasm for activities

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Hours

Full time:

• Sunday 8:30am to 5:00pm
• Monday 8:30am to 5:00pm
• Tuesday 11:00am to 7:00pm
• Wednesday 8:30am to 5:00pm
• Thursday 8:30am to 5:00pm

1075 E Victory Dr Lindenhurst, IL 60046

Position Summary

In this role, you will be responsible for executing and supervising scheduled resident activities. The Life Enrichment Assistant functions as the contact person for the department in the absence of the Director of Life Enrichment and also provides clerical support to the department.

Essential Functions, Key Duties, & Responsibilities

• Assist the department with administrative tasks, including copying, faxing, typing memoranda (monthly calendars), and answering phones on a daily basis.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing all activity programs at the community.
• Complete all necessary forms required by the department.
• Serve as a champion for the department and encourage residents to participate in daily activities.
• Assists with transportation of residents to and from the activity.
• Feeds and cleans pets used for pet therapy on a daily basis
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and procedures and any updates.

Position Requirements

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Licenses/Certifications

N/A

Experience

1+ years of programming or event planning preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to generate enthusiasm and interest in programs and activities

Travel

Limited travel may be required to facilitate off-site activities

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Min: USD $16.00/Hr. Max: USD $18.00/Hr.