Life Enrichment Assistant / Recreation Assistant

Presbyterian Homes & Services; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Holiday pay

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Presbyterian Homes & Services - Harbor Crossing is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant/Recreation Assistant to implement and monitor life enrichment programming for residents, consistent with regulations and best practices. This 30-hour weekly role supports residents' social engagement and daily routines within the Harbor Crossing community.

The position requires flexibility for evenings and weekends, strong communication with residents and staff, and a caring, collaborative approach aligned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or currently enrolled) or equivalent.
• Class B license or willingness to obtain within six months of hire as designated or required by site.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and good rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Responsibilities

• Implement assigned activities that help residents achieve their best day with meaningful relationships and activities.
• Perform daily routines to meet psychosocial and activity needs of residents.
• Create opportunities for meaningful pursuits, recreation, social interaction, learning, and enjoyment.
• Participate in Chat Circles with residents and staff daily.
• Assist residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one-on-one.
• Take residents outdoors or out in the site community.
• Participate in outings and special events.
• Provide one-on-one interaction based on preferences.
• Transport residents to other parts of the community.

Skills

Communication with residents

Enthusiasm for resident care

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Presbyterian Homes & Services - Harbor Crossing is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant/Recreation Assistant to join its team.The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing and monitoring assigned life enrichment / leisure life programming for residents consistent with regulations and established policies, procedures and best practices.

SCHEDULE/HOURS: 30 Hours Per Week _____________________________________________________

REPORTING STRUCTURE: Life Enrichment Director

ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY

Responsibilities

• Implement assigned activities that help residents achieve “their best day”, filled with a wide variety of meaningful relationships and activities.
• Perform assigned work routines and daily assignments to meet the psychosocial and activities needs of residents and the Household, including:
• o Creating diverse opportunities for meaningful pursuits, daily pleasures, recreation, exercise, friendships, social interaction, growth and learning, fun and enjoyment, personal routines, spontaneous activity and Household rituals.
• Participate in Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household daily.
• Assist residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one on one.
• Take residents outdoors or out in the site community.
• Participate in outings and special events.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as needed for residents such as shopping, running errands, assisting with correspondence, reading/writing letters etc.
• Provide one on one interaction with residents based on preferences.
• Transport residents to other parts of the community.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or currently enrolled) or equivalent.
• Class B license or willingness to obtain within six months of hire as designated or required by site.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and good rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Pay Range

The estimated starting pay range for this role is $19.09 - $20.59 per hour. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS’s typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends upon many factors including each individual employee’s qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.

Benefits

Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:

• Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
• Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
• Life insurance (AD&D)
• Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
• Holiday pay and extended sick

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:

• Vision insurance
• Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
• Accident & hospitalization coverage
• Education assistance programs

All employees:

• Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
• Same-day pay
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• College partnership educational discounts
• Access to Learn to Live Resources

About PHS

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Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organizationprovidinga broad array of high-quality housing choices,careand services options for older adults. Some8,000employees serve more than41,800 older adults through 60PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota,Iowaand Wisconsin, and through Optage®home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposefullivingandthe overallwell-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.