In this role, you will have the opportunity to plan and implement therapeutic and purposeful programming that correlate to our residents' life stories, past/current interests, occupations, and social histories

Life Enrichment Assistant Duties:

• Assist the Life Enrichment Lead in implementing activities and programs throughout Assisted Living, Healthcare, and Memory Support while staying in full compliance with Federal and State laws.
• Assist the Life Enrichment Coordinator in implementing activities and programs throughout Independent Living.
• Maximize volunteer opportunities and guide volunteers to ensure all activities are executed.
• Implement 1:1 programming for residents as necessary to comply with Federal and State Regulations.
• Assist in ideas and planning the calendar for Assisted Living, Healthcare, and Memory Support residents.
• Assist in executing outings for residents. Use Summit Square vehicles to transport residents to outings off property. Residents arrive to activities timely and in a safe manner.
• Execute scheduled activities within Summit Square using resident interest surveys to ensure activities programs designed to engage resident’s based on interests and capabilities.
• Keep Life Enrichment Director apprised of issues and concerns regarding residents, maintaining confidentiality. Document information on residents as requested.
• Monitor involvement patterns of residents to ensure maximum participation in Assisted Living, Healthcare, and Memory Support.
• Facilitate all licensed area activities as directed.
• Assist with transportation of residents for activities or medical appointments when needed.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Attend all in-services, training and meetings as required by company policies and Federal/State Regulations.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety by following safety rules and guidelines; follow good housekeeping practices, take proper care of equipment and perform job duties and responsibilities in a safe and responsible manner. Uses chemicals safely and appropriately.
• Demonstrate dependability, reliability and punctuality. Report to work when scheduled, ready to work.

Other duties as assigned

Job Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Life Enrichment Assistant is to implement a life enriching activities program for residents at all levels of living in order to meet their physical, social, spiritual and intellectual needs while ensuring compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Prior work experience in a senior living environment preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certifications required upon employment.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license preferred. Meets driver eligibility requirements per Sunnyside Communities policy.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Ability to work with confidential information and maintain its' integrity.
• Strong customer service skills; maintain a hospitality approach to engaging with all individuals.
• Strong verbal/written communication and computer skills.