Senior Life Enrichment & Activities Aide

Friends House Retirement Community, Inc; Sandy Spring (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holiday

Earned Safe and Sick Leave

401K Employee Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Friends House Retirement Community, Inc. seeks a Life Enrichment Assistant to plan, organize and conduct a broad activities program for residents, under the Activities Director.

This role covers spiritual, intellectual, recreational development and social engagement as part of total resident care. The position emphasizes a passion for working with the aged, ability to lead crafts and recreational activities, and a gentle, patient demeanor.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• Aptitude and some training in arts and crafts.
• Ability to carry out recreational activities.
• Desire to work with the aged.
• Understanding of social, psychological and recreational needs of the aged in nursing facilities.
• Must read, write and speak English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs and carries out a program of activities under the Activities Director for residents.
• Initiates and promotes activities inside and outside the facility.
• Encourages crafts and provides materials within budget.
• Ensures resident safety and complies with safety policies.
• Plans social activities, games, trips and entertainment for residents.
• Encourages participation in religious activities and spiritual development.
• Supports intellectual/educational development through literature, lectures and cultural events.
• Visits bed-bound residents and assists with letters, church visits and library services.
• Adheres to Compliance Code of Conduct and HIPAA policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Patience & empathy

Activity planning

People skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Friends House Retirement Community, Inc. seeks a Life Enrichment Assistant to plan, organize and conduct a broad activities program for residents, under the Activities Director.

This role covers spiritual, intellectual, recreational development and social engagement as part of total resident care. The position emphasizes a passion for working with the aged, ability to lead crafts and recreational activities, and a gentle, patient demeanor.