What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Enrichment Assistant position at Brethren Hillcrest Homes?
Life Enrichment Assistant
Brethren Hillcrest Homes (Hillcrest) is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community located on 40 acres in La Verne, California providing retirement opportunities to seniors that include residential, assisted living, skilled nursing, and dementia care to approximately 400 residents. Working at Hillcrest means embracing the fundamental human dignity of listening and caring for one another as equals. We emphasize concern for the associate, particularly through fair and competitive wages, benefits, and safe, sanitary, and pleasant working conditions.
DESCRIPTION: 16 to 29 hour a week part-time position assisting the Life Enrichment Coordinator in developing, implementing, and evaluating life enrichment and wellness-related activities, games, programs, series, events, and other offerings designed to meet the wellness needs of Hillcrest residents in assisted and residential living areas. Position works Saturday, some Friday evenings and a variable schedule during the week. Assists with distributing wellness and life enrichment program information. Helps coordinate Birthday/Anniversary Lunch, Wanderers trips, Out-to-Lunch Bunch, and a variety of Assisted Living programs. Engages with residents individually and in groups, offering assistance and leading games and activities, according to each resident's abilities, needs, and preferences. Provides the opportunity for each resident to attend and/or participate in an activity of choice on a daily basis. Arranges/moves tables and chairs as required for a variety of life enrichment programs and events; coordinates use of and/or manages necessary A/V equipment; maintains and cleans activity-related supplies and equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS: Outgoing, upbeat, and service-oriented personality along with good communication skills. High school diploma or equivalency. One year (1) experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating wellness and life enrichment programs or group activities in an eldercare setting. Completion of activities program and/or wellness-related certification desired. Understanding of illness and handicap, especially disabling conditions that require long term care. Proficient with computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Publisher, Excel, email, internet, etc. First-Aid certification required. Criminal background screening (fingerprinting through the Department of Justice and FBI) completed and free of criminal convictions. Moderate physical demands. $18.54 to $19.57 per hour depending on experience.
Hillcrest is an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Hillcrest is a smoke-free workplace.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.54 - $19.57 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 29 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20
