Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant
Artis Offer Letter*Starting pay is $16 / hour!
*This is a full time position offering a flexible weekday schedule, 10am-6pm. Every other weekend is required!
The Life Enrichment Assistant will engage residents in daily programming and entertainment. Assists the Director in the creation of activities designed to meet the individualized needs of our residents. Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role.
Working at Artis Senior Living, you'll play an integral role on a dynamic team helping people living with dementia achieve the essential human needs of purpose, belonging and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life - we call this act of service "Honoring Yesterday & Celebrating Today." We like to think that Artis associates are the most thoughtful people on the planet, so in return - they deserve to feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We truly look forward to you being part of the Artis family! We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company.
The Life Enrichment Assistant will:
- Create and develop programs that meet the individualized needs of the resident population at the community.
- Brainstorm event ideas using Partnership Profiles.
- Set up and break down needed materials before and after programs.
- Assist in resident outings.
- Track resident attendance and participation.
- Communicate with DLE for needed activity supplies.
- 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.
- Provides information to the Director of Life Enrichment regarding the resident engagement in order to assist with the development of a personalized care plan.
- Maintain communication with family members regarding level of participation in programs.
Educational Requirements:
- Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.