Life Enrichment Assistant
- Collaborate with the Life Enrichment Department to coordinate and implement recreational activities that cater to the individual needs and preferences of residents.
- Assist the Life Enrichment Coordinator (team leader) in planning and implementing programs and events.
- Provides one-to-one visitation and engagement with residents.
- Adhere to the Best Friends Philosophy of person-centered care, especially in interactions with residents with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia.
- Attends all Life Enrichment meetings and group planning sessions.
- Monitor and document resident’s participation and progress in recreational programs, small groups, and one-to-one interactions.
- Report any medical, social, or behavioral change in residents’ condition to nursing staff and Life Enrichment leadership.
- Support and maintain a strong volunteer program.
- Perform duties of the Life Enrichment Manager/Program Coordinator during their absence.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-2 years of experience in activities and/or recreational programs preferred.
- Experience working with adult or geriatric populations is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with dementia related diseases, chronic health issues and other medical concerns affecting the elderly.
- Experience working with adult populations.
- Demonstrates effective decision-making skills.
- Demonstrates a positive, self-confident attitude in concert with HCK’s mission, vision, qualities, and culture.
- Demonstrates effective communication skills.
- Knowledge of health care and medical issues affecting the elderly population.
- General awareness of wellness and fitness programming.
- General knowledge of federal and/or state regulations related to practice setting.
- Able to respond effectively in emergency situations and in accordance with the facility’s emergency/disaster plan.
- Comfort in facilitating and/or leading one-to-one interactions, small and large group activities.
- Able to be self-directed in carrying out recreational programs and services.
- None required.
- This role is physically demanding, requiring active participation in wellness activities, including walking, running, stooping, kneeling, and using free weights and fitness equipment.
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