MC Life Enrichment Assistant

The Carriages of Rochester; Rochester (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

HSA

Flex Spending

Disability & life

PTO

Roth IRA

Job summary

The Carriages of Rochester is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to create and direct activities for our seniors. You will plan, organize, and lead daily life enrichment programs that foster social engagement and education.

We value creativity, reliability, and a compassionate approach to elder care. You will support group and one-on-one activities, prepare materials, supervise events, and help maintain a welcoming, inclusive environment for residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• At least 1 year of experience with seniors preferred.
• Willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certifications and training.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and leading daily life enrichment activities and events.
• Encourage resident participation in social, recreational, and educational programs.
• Support group and one-on-one activities that promote engagement and well-being.
• Help prepare materials, set up activity spaces, and clean up after programs.
• Observe residents during activities and report concerns to staff.
• Promote a positive, inclusive environment for all residents.
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, and community outings as needed.
• Maintain activity supplies and organize program areas.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Reliability

Time management

Compassion for elderly

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Life Enrichment Assistant

The Carriages of Rochester is growing our TEAM and we are looking for people who have a passion for serving older adults. We are seeking a fun, creative, enthusiastic, and dedicated Life Enrichment Assistant to help create and direct activities for our Senior’s. Our Life Enrichment program provides opportunities for people to achieve social and educational goals. And to participate in the life of their community.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES

• SERVICE & GROWTH We will be passionate about caring for and serving our residents and their families, and in seeking new residents.
• LEADERSHIP We will seek to build effective leaders at every level of the organization.
• SIMPLICITY We will focus on the fundamentals.
• IMPROVEMENT We will get a little better each day.
• STEWARDSHIP We will be good stewards of all our resources.
• ATTITUDE We will enthusiastically support each other in accomplishing our mission and goals.
• PERSEVERANCE We will never give up.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time employees receive:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (Flex)
• Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Illinois Secure Choice – Roth IRA (Illinois Employees Only)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in planning, organizing, and leading daily life enrichment activities and events.
• Encourage resident participation in social, recreational, and educational programs.
• Support group and one-on-one activities that promote engagement and well-being.
• Help prepare materials, set up activity spaces, and clean up after programs.
• Observe residents during activities and report any concerns or changes to appropriate staff.
• Promote a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment for all residents.
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, and community outings as needed.
• Maintain activity supplies and assist with organizing program areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Have ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Be reliable in attendance and work schedules.
• Organize and utilize time appropriately toward accomplishing assigned tasks.
• Require minimal supervision.
• Willingness and ability to study; obtain and maintain required professional fitness certification such as SFA, ACE, AFAA and CPR/First Aid certifications and training through home study and/or workshop attendance.
• Enjoy working with seniors, have sensitivity to their needs and be able to teach and encourage them to learn and engage in the programs.
• Have ability and willingness to work holidays, weekends and/or overtime.
• A strong desire to help others and compassion for the elderly is a must.
• This job requires a high school diploma
• At least 1 year of experience
• A full criminal background check, fingerprinting, physical, drug test, and TB testing are mandatory.