What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Enrichment Assistant position at Franklin Companies?
Franklin Park Boerne, is seeking and experienced Life Enrichment Assistant to provide therapeutic recreation and vibrant activities in our memory care neighborhood. This is a Full-Time position. Pay rate is depending on experience.
What you will love about this job:
- The person-centered model of care
- A modern, beautiful working environment
- Variety in your day, every day
- The opportunities to be creative
- Great working environment
KEY DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Work directly with residents to help them maintain physical and mental functioning, socialize, and stay engaged in meaningful pastimes. You will provide 1:1 as well as group activities, some of which must be improvised “in the moment” to accommodate resident needs
- Help produce print materials such as calendars and flyers
- Actively facilitate and model the principles of person-centered care, including validation therapy, resident empowerment, and incorporating activities of daily living into structured programming. Remind/assist residents to attend programs that they enjoy
- Help with outings: supervise and assist residents while out of the building
- Help manage special events such as family meetings and holiday parties
- Follow the Franklin Park Refreshing Waters program
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum one year of experience working with older adults with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders
- Minimum high school diploma; college-level courses or professional training in therapeutic recreation, gerontology or similar topics strongly preferred
- Equally effective working independently and as part of a team; able to prioritize tasks
- Clean driving record
- Basic computer skills
- Previous experience as a Caregiver is a plus
Franklin Park Boerne is located at 18 Old San Antonio Rd in Boerne.
Franklin Park is dedicated to providing residential communities where seniors and their families feel right at home immediately upon entering our doors. We’re inspired by excellence and committed to “dedication in every detail.”
