Life Enrichment Assistant (Weekends)

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

Job summary

Virginia Department of Veterans Services is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator for weekend shifts at the Puller Veterans Center. The role involves planning and executing therapeutic recreational activities on weekends and supporting the Activities Coordinator and Activities Director with additional duties.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, experience as an Activities Assistant in a skilled nursing facility, and a valid Virginia driver’s license.

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.

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

Valid Virginia Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title: Life Enrichment Coordinator (Weekends)

State Role Title: Direct Service Associate II

Hiring Range: $20.00 - $25.00 / Hour

Probationary period will start over effective hire date for all state employees**

Pay Band:

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: Puller Veterans Center

Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

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

Eligibility

• 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.

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