Residential Living Life Enrichment Assistant

Landis Communities; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Job summary

Landis Communities in Lititz, PA is seeking a Part-time Life Enrichment Assistant to support residents in Residential Living. The role runs 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with schedule flexibility; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays can also be flexible. The position includes a full benefits package starting on day one of employment.

The assistant coordinates activities, helps lead programs, and plans events and trips while maintaining strong communication with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required/reading and writing proficiency required.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential.
• Demonstrates leadership, dependability, and a positive demeanor.
• Prior experience in elder care or related setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ongoing activities and special programs for residents of Residential Living.
• Work with Residential Living team to support Life Enrichment program.
• Plan and assist with scheduling activities and leading events.
• Organize special programs and promotional efforts for residents.
• Arrange trips and coordinate registrations for residents.
• Meet with Life Enrichment Coordinator for planning and coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Patience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Reading & Writing Proficiency

Tools

Computers

Technology skills

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Lititz, PA 17543, Position Type: Part Time, Job Shift: Day, Residential Living Life Enrichment Assistant

• Part-time 48 hours bi-weekly
• 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (hours can be flexible)
• Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (days can be flexible)
• Our full benefits package starts on day on of employment!

• Assists with the coordination and planning of ongoing activities and special programs for residents who live in Residential Living.
• Works cooperatively with the entire Residential Living team and assists the total Life Enrichment program.
• Plans and assists with organizing regularly scheduled activities, providing or assisting in leadership.
• Plans and assists with organization and promotion of special programs for residents.
• Plans and assists with planning a variety of interesting trips for residents.
• Meets regularly with the Life Enrichment Coordinator for planning and coordination of activities.
• Demonstrates initiative, strong organizational skills, and able to perform duties without close supervision.
• Prepares the Residential Living monthly activity calendar and special articles for Landis Homes newsletters to include extensive communication with presenters both inside and outside of Landis.
• Participates in special functions serving all levels of living and assist Wellness team with special events.
• Prepares and coordinates sign ups for events through various forms, utilizing methods as determined by Communications and others.
• Assists with planning coach trips/bus trips while also managing registration process and related communication with participants.
• Maintains departmental budget and communication with Finance as required.
• Relates well with residents, clients, family members, staff and the community.
• Communicates calmly and gently with residents, family members and staff, exhibiting patience, compassion, understanding and sensitivity.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma/GED or demonstrated proficiency in reading and writing skills required.
• Prior experience in related role preferred.
• Prior experience in continuing care retirement community preferred.
• Skilled in use of computers and related technology required for the role.
• Good verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills required.
• Demonstrates leadership, management skills, dependability and a positive demeanor.