Life Enrichment Specialist: Create Joyful Activities

Saint-Therese; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

Retirement plan

Tuition discounts

Scholarships

PSLF Eligible Employer

HSA/FSA options

Life Insurance

PTO & sick time

403(b) with employer match

Employee discounts

Same Day Pay

Career growth opportunities

Pet insurance

Job summary

Saint Therese IHM in Monroe, MI is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to bring joy, connection, and purpose to residents. You’ll lead creative activities, share conversations, and help residents rediscover hobbies, fostering a friendly, inclusive community.

Join a supportive team in a mission-driven environment that values compassionate, person-centered care and meaningful engagement for seniors. This full-time role offers stable hours and potential for growth.

Qualifications

• The ability to work as a positive team member with other staff is also necessary
• Skills in crafts, music, arts, and physical fitness
• Knowledge of small group dynamics
• Organizational skills
• Ability to learn and develop recreational and therapeutic skills
• Ability to read English and follow diet cards, menus and production sheets
• Ability to work cooperatively with others
• Ability to communicate through oral and written skills
• Able to meet physical demands of position
• Ability to work 1 out of every 4 holidays

Responsibilities

• Works closely with residents, families, and staff.
• Creates monthly activity calendars and coordinates activity programs to meet the needs of the residents.
• Decorates living community neighborhood seasonally.
• Documents on progress of residents quarterly.

Skills

Crafts & arts

Small group dynamics

Organizational skills

Recreational/therapeutic skills

Reading English & following diet cards

Teamwork

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Holiday availability

Job description

Saint Therese IHM in Monroe, MI is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to bring joy, connection, and purpose to residents. You’ll lead creative activities, share conversations, and help residents rediscover hobbies, fostering a friendly, inclusive community.

Join a supportive team in a mission-driven environment that values compassionate, person-centered care and meaningful engagement for seniors. This full-time role offers stable hours and potential for growth.