Life Enrichment Specialist — Create Joyful Activities

The Kensington in Fort Madison; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Healthcare

Paid Time Off

Free Meal

DailyPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Job summary

The Kensington in Fort Madison, IA, is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to join our team. You will help plan monthly calendars, lead engaging activities, and support residents’ social and emotional wellbeing in a warm, community-focused setting.

Work alongside the Life Enrichment Director to create joyful experiences, including events, outings, and celebrations. Prior senior living experience is preferred; a compassionate, organized, dependable attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Six months of senior living, recreation, or activity planning experience preferred.
• Ability to plan and lead engaging activities for residents.
• Comfort with resident engagement software and basic tech use.

Responsibilities

• Plan monthly activity calendars and lead games, crafts, music, and activities.
• Encourage participation and foster meaningful connections with residents.
• Adapt activities for residents with different abilities, including dementia.
• Help organize birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and outings.
• Coordinate with families, schools, senior centers, and local groups to create experiences.
• Assist orientation of new residents and support volunteer programs.
• Capture memories with photos and update resident info in the engagement system.
• Keep activity spaces organized and safe, with supplies in order.
• Safely transport residents to appointments and community events.

Skills

Positive Personality

Creative Spirit

Great Communication

Technology Skills

Safe Driver

Flexible Availability

Team Player

Job description

The Kensington in Fort Madison, IA, is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to join our team. You will help plan monthly calendars, lead engaging activities, and support residents’ social and emotional wellbeing in a warm, community-focused setting.

Work alongside the Life Enrichment Director to create joyful experiences, including events, outings, and celebrations. Prior senior living experience is preferred; a compassionate, organized, dependable attitude is essential.