Life Enrichment Assistant (Part-Time)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 71,635,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant (Part-Time) at Puller Veterans Care Center. The role supports weekend therapeutic recreation activities and helps coordinate care for veterans, under supervision of the Activities Coordinator or Director.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, nursing facility experience, and a valid Virginia driver's license. The hourly pay range is $20.00-$25.00, and veterans are encouraged to apply through the Alternative

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as an Activities Assistant in a skilled nursing facility.
• Related education and/or experience a plus.
• Must have a valid Virginia Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Help plan, execute all therapeutic recreational activities on the weekends, and carry out any additional duties as assigned by the Activities Coordinator or Activities Director.

Skills

High School Diploma

Experience in skilled nursing facility

Driver's license

Education

Related education/experience a plus

Job description

Title: Life Enrichment Assistant (Part-Time)

State Role Title:Direct Service Associate II

Hiring Range: $20.00 - $25.00 / Hour

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location:Puller Veterans Care Center

Agency Website:www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

**All current state employees: The probationary period will restart based on hire date of this position**

Job Duties

Help plan, execute all therapeutic recreational activities on the weekends, and carry out any additional duties as assigned by the Activities Coordinator or Activities Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience as an Activities Assistant working in a skilled nursing facility
• Related education and/or experience a plus
• Must have a valid Virginia Driver’s License

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

• The commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work.
• Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.
• To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disabilities (COD) provided by the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS).
• Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.
• If you need to obtain a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
• To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Contact Information

Name: Caitlyn Campbell

Phone: [e-mail]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.