Life Enrichment Assistant (Part-Time)

Virginia Department of Veterans Services; Virginia; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Veterans Services is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant (Part-Time) at the Puller Veterans Care Center. You will help plan and execute therapeutic recreational activities on weekends, supporting residents and collaborating with the Activities Coordinator.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and experience as an Activities Assistant in a skilled nursing facility; a valid Virginia driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as an Activities Assistant in a skilled nursing facility.
• 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

Experience as Activities Assistant

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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

Conditions

• 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.

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 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.

Contact Information

Name: Caitlyn Campbell

Phone: [e-mail]

Email: [e-mail]

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.