Life Enrichment Assistant PC

Landis Homes; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Life Enrichment Assistant to enhance the quality of life for residents in personal care. This role involves planning and leading recreational activities, collaborating with team members, and providing support in daily living tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to care, ensuring that residents feel at home. Join a supportive team that values creativity and teamwork in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in related role preferred.
• Proficient in use of computer and related technology.

Responsibilities

• Plans and leads recreational activities for residents.
• Assists with planning activities in collaboration with team members.
• Supports residents in daily activities and care.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Non-verbal Communication

Written Communication

Team Collaboration

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer Technology

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Lititz, PA

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Description

Life Enrichment Assistant in Personal Care
Plans, leads and assists in recreational activities, including large and small groups, special events and one-to-one visits. Serves as an active participant in the household model for Personal Care

Position Essential Duties/ Responsibilities

• Possesses good verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills.
• Assists with planning and carrying out activities for residents in the Personal Care houses in collaboration with other household team members.
• Assists in charting resident activity in the house. Completes MDS/QR interviews and paperwork for new admissions, follow-up assessments, and progress notes, as directed by RNAC.
• Works with other Life Enrichment Assistants and household team to develop new programs and activities that may interest residents.
• Leads or assists in therapeutic recreational activities.
• Assists with serving meals as needed, with dining for those residents who are unable to eat independently.
• Escorts residents in wheelchairs to and from activities, and occasionally escorts family members living in another household to visit resident in the household.
• Relates well with residents, clients, family members, staff and the community.
• Works alongside and directs volunteers assigned to the Life Enrichment department.
• Joins with other team members in performing household functions
• Views the care setting as the resident's home and works to create attributes of home.
• Responds to resident call bells and alarms and supports the residents within their scope of practice.
• Participates in interdisciplinary care plan meetings for assigned house, as needed.
• Participates in planning monthly calendar.
• Is acquainted with the scope of all house programs in order to cover absence of other Life Enrichment Assistants.
• Demonstrates dependability, competence, accuracy and is observant.

Qualifications

Position Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma/GED or demonstrated proficiency in reading and writing skills required.
• Prior experience in related role preferred.
• Prior experience in long term care facility preferred.
• Proficient in use of computer and related technology required for the role.