What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Enrichment Assistant position at Mary T Inc.?
The Mary T Family of Companies is seeking a full-time Life Enrichment Assistant to assist with our life enrichment programming for our 4 assisted living buildings located in Coon Rapids, MN.
Our smaller, personalize assisted living facilities are the perfect place to build relationships with residents!
The purpose of the Life Enrichment Assistant is to assist with facilitating engaging, fun, and memorable experiences for seniors through programs to meet social, physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and sensory needs.
This is a full-time position, requiring in-person, on-site work. The schedule will generally be weekdays from 9a-5p, with occasional weekend and evening hours if there are special activities/events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC JOB DUTIES
- Set up activity location with supplies for structured group activities in a timely manner
- Facilitate various activity types on time and in assigned areas.
- Provide calm or dynamic energy as appropriate for structured group activities as outlined in activity policy and procedure.
- Ensure resident participation during activity programs by engaging residents in subject matter. Calling on them by name when appropriate or assisting them as needed to do activity.
- Give each resident on assigned floor the opportunity to attend structured activity, by extending personal invitations to event and arranging transportation to activity location in a timely manner.
- Ensure residents have a positive experience when serving refreshments by providing the same snack in the various textures that are required. Follow care plan regarding resident’s diet or diet restrictions.
- Document resident’s daily routine and leisure, including structured group activity attendance, 1:1 participation, independent leisure, volunteer visits and family visits.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the resident’s history, skills, areas of vulnerability, the individual care plan and offer suggestions regarding patient routine and leisure plan.
- Maintain confidentiality of all information.
- Provide support and supervision to each resident during leisure programs, using therapeutic interventions as specified while ensuring patient safety.
- Encourage patient independence as indicated in the resident’s care plan, taking into consideration resident’s choices and privacy needs during structured group activities and 1:1 programing.
- Participate in the preparation of the resident’s care planning. Review the care plans with the activity coordinator as needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION
EDUCATION:
- High school diploma or equivalent
CERTIFICATIONS:
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
EXPERIENCE:
- 1 year of experience working with seniors in a senior housing setting, adult day program, or nursing home is preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Ability to work independently with minimal instruction
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic Computer Skills
- Understanding of the senior population
- Understanding of Dementia and other challenges
- Knowledge of and ability to practice safe patient handling
What we have to offer you:
- $18 - $22/hr, depending on qualifications and previous experience
- 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
- Paid Flex Holiday Time Off
- Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary)
- 401k with company match
- Professional Development Reimbursement Program
- Daily Pay Available
About Us: Family owned and founded on a history of care, The Mary T Family of Companies provides a full continuum of health care services from disability services, senior housing, assisted living, therapy, home health, and hospice care. Our mission is to provide quality, personalized services to creatively meet the unique and evolving needs of people. We invest our resources to best serve our customers, community, and the people of Mary T. Let our family become your family!
Learn more about our Company here!
The Mary T Family of Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Education
Required- High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Drivers License
Salary : $18 - $22
