Life Enrichment Assistant (PRN)

Virginia Department of Veterans Services; Virginia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Veterans Services is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant (PRN) at the Puller Veterans Care Center. The role involves planning and executing therapeutic recreational activities on weekends and supporting the Activities Coordinator.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and prior experience as an Activities Assistant in a skilled nursing facility; a Virginia driver's license is required.

Qualifications

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

Experience in SNF activities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Virginia Driver’s License

Job description

Title: Life Enrichment Assistant (PRN)

State Role Title: Direct Service Associate II

Hiring Range: $20.00 - $25.00

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.

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.