Part-Time Life Enrichment Specialist — $20/hr

Olney Assisted Living; Olney (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

Paid holidays

3 weeks PTO first year

401k plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Artis Senior Living in Olney, MD, is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to lead daily activities and programs for residents, including those with memory loss. The role emphasizes meaningful engagement, safety, and resident-family communication. A high school diploma is required, and familiarity with dementia is preferred.

The position is part-time, three days per week with every other weekend, starting at $20 per hour. Benefits include PTO, holidays, and 401(k) matching options.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia is preferred.
• Willingness to work with elderly population is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop programs that meet the individualized needs of the resident population at the community.
• Collaborate with other Life Enrichment Assistants to develop a monthly calendar that meets Artis standards and the residents' interests.
• Utilize the Partnership Profile to develop appropriate programs of interest to the residents.
• Utilize the associate Partnership Profile to involve associates in programs of interest and to enhance the monthly calendar.
• Demonstrate the company philosophy of Positive Partnerships the ARTIS Way.
• Ensure ARTIS-specific programs are held as designated (e.g., Time to Dish, Town Halls, I CAN program, and I’m AlWrite).
• Coordinate with outside agencies and organizations to develop programs that enhance resident experience.
• Plan trips for residents that meet their individual needs and memory loss considerations.
• Provide information to the Director of Life Enrichment for personalized care planning.
• Maintain communication with family members regarding participation levels.
• Support and maintain a volunteer program through screening, orienting, training, supervising and evaluating volunteers.

Skills

Dementia awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Artis Senior Living in Olney, MD, is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant to lead daily activities and programs for residents, including those with memory loss. The role emphasizes meaningful engagement, safety, and resident-family communication. A high school diploma is required, and familiarity with dementia is preferred.

The position is part-time, three days per week with every other weekend, starting at $20 per hour. Benefits include PTO, holidays, and 401(k) matching options.