Life Enrichment Assistant- Memory Care

Monarch Communities®; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Schedule

On the job training

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Parking

Employee Referral Bonus

Resident Referral Bonus

Job summary

Monarch Communities in Connecticut seeks a Life Enrichment Assistant to implement engaging activities for residents in a warm, supportive setting. The role reports to the Life Enrichment Director and is non-exempt and hourly, with a Wednesday–Friday schedule from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

The position emphasizes creating resident-centered programs, maintaining activity calendars, and ensuring safety and compliance while supporting a positive community atmosphere.

Qualifications

• One to two years related experience in leading activities for the elderly.
• Experience with Illustrates (for calendar and newsletter planning) preferred.
• High school diploma or higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and implementing activities for residents.
• Create resident histories and profiles with family input.
• Set up and clean up daily activities.
• Create and distribute monthly social calendars.
• Keep residents engaged between activities.
• Attend in-service training as scheduled.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Elderly activities experience

Communication skills

Flexible hours

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or higher

Tools

Illustrates

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Spring Meadows by Monarch Communities, we inspire our residents to live healthier, stronger and more fulfilling lives. In every aspect of our communities, Monarch prioritizes the health of our residents, their families and our entire team. We’re committed to creating a workplace culture that makes a difference because being a part of the Monarch team is more than a job and our team members deserve our best.

Big Picture Wellness, Smaller Community Setting

At Spring Meadows by Monarch Communities, we inspire our residents to live healthier, stronger and more fulfilling lives. In every aspect of our communities, Monarch prioritizes the health of our residents, their families and our entire team. We’re committed to creating a workplace culture that makes a difference because being a part of the Monarch team is more than a job and our team members deserve our best.

Big Picture Wellness, Smaller Community Setting

Job Description

The Life Enrichment Assistant will report to Life Enrichment Director. This position is non-exempt, hourly position.

Schedule: Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays 9:00am - 5:00pm

Salary Range: $19.50 - $20.00 Hourly

Job Overview

The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing assigned activities and programs to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents within the community. Assumes the responsibility to engage residents to participate in activities and programs each day.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assists with planning and implementing activities that meet the needs and interests of the residents
• Assists with creating resident histories and profiles with resident/family involvement
• Assumes responsibility for set-up and clean-up of daily activities scheduled
• Assists with creating a monthly social program calendar and distributes them to community personnel and residents
• Keeps residents engaged between planned social activities
• Participates in and attends all in-service training as scheduled
• Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• One to two years related experience in leading activities for the elderly
• Experience with Illustrates (for calendar and newsletter planning) preferred
• High school diploma or higher education preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Willing to work flexible hours
• Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications

Physical Abilities

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 25 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Additional Information

Benefits Offered (for Part-Time Employees)

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• On the job training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Parking

Other Compensation Programs

• Employee Referral Bonus
• Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.