Life Enrichment Assistant/Driver

Grace Management, Inc.; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Holiday Pay

Daily pay

401K with employer match

Short/long-term disability

Referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Grace Management, Inc. seeks a Life Enrichment Assistant to support activity programming and enhance residents' lifestyles. You will facilitate activities, assist with excursions, and help create a welcoming, family-like atmosphere within the community.

Applicants should understand senior needs, hold a high school diploma, and be able to lift up to 40 pounds. A driving record and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Must understand senior citizen needs and tailor programs accordingly.
• High school diploma is required.
• Ability to interact positively with residents and staff.
• Must have good manual dexterity to operate a vehicle safely.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in activity programming from start to finish.
• Follow state regulations and company policies in duties.
• Document resident needs and feedback confidentially.
• Communicate feedback to Life Enrichment Director.
• Chauffeur residents for excursions and church runs.
• Attend weekend, evening, and holiday events as needed.
• Assist in decorating community for holidays and events.
• Support resident-centered activity and life enrichment programs.

Skills

Senior needs understanding

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Driving ability

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

At Shorehaven, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents through compassionate care and unwavering support. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to creating exceptional living experiences and who are eager to contribute to a supportive, family-like atmosphere. When you join Shorehaven, you become an integral part of a team that values making a positive difference every single day. If you are driven by empathy and excellence, we invite you to bring your talents to our welcoming community.

Full-time benefits include:

• PTO (Paid Time Off) and Holiday Pay: Take advantage of paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Daily pay: Get paid daily, providing you with financial flexibility and control over your earnings.
• 401K with employer match: Plan for your financial future with our 401k program.
• Short and long-term disability: Financial security while you recover from an injury that puts you out of work
• Referral Bonuses: Refer qualified candidates and earn rewards
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education with our support
• Employee Assistance Program: C onnecting our employees with resources for handling personal challenge

Summary of Duties for the Life Enrichment Assistant

Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for assisting in the execution of the activities programming within the community. Life Enrichment Assistant must be able to facilitate a variety of activities in a professional, friendly manner that enhances the lifestyle of the residents and community. This includes operating the company vehicle for the execution of resident excursions.

Essential Functions of the Life Enrichment Assistant

• Administers / Assists in activity programming from inception to execution.
• Ability to follow established standards in the performance of duties according to state regulations and company policy and procedures.
• Confidential documentation of identified resident needs and or problems.
• Communicate with Life Enrichment Director resident feedback.
• Chauffer the residents in the company vehicle for scheduled activities and church runs.
• Attend weekend, evening, and holiday functions when necessary.
• Assist in decorating the community for holidays and special events.
• Will participate in and support the resident-centered activity and life enrichment programs.

Non-Essential Functions of the Life Enrichment Assistant

• Supports and participates in the resident centered activity programs.
• Participates in projects or committees as assigned.
• Attends all associate meetings including in-service education and associate functions, as requested by supervisor.
• Assists in variety of tasks involving residents as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience

• Ability to understand senior citizen needs and interests and execute programs for them.
• High school diploma required.
• Physical requirements include: bending, standing, lifting, stooping, sitting, and walking; Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen.
• Must have manual dexterity to operate a vehicle safely; Must have a clean driving record.
• Must possess a high degree of interpersonal relations skills and capability of relating to a variety of people and personalities; Ability to get along with others.
• Ability to complete tasks with minimum supervision.

There is no greater way to elevate your career than by contributing your passion and skill to a senior living community. Grace Management, Inc. is committed to helping nurture a sense of belonging by helping you grow professionally. The quality of our communities is determined by the quality of our employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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