Life Enrichment Assistant

MISSION:

Improving the lives of seniors; one resident at a time!

SUMMARY:

Support all aspects of Life Engagement programming to enhance the living experience for all residents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Necessary accommodations will be provided in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and state or local law.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

· A minimum of 3 years’ experience in memory care or ALF.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

· Acts as a good steward of limited resources

· Outstanding customer service skills.

· Ability to work well with seniors and families in a compassionate manor.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

TRAVEL:

Travel is frequently required in this position in the way of outings.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE:

Not applicable.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT:

Paradise Pointe of Ormond Beach LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.

MISSION/VALUES:

Team members must conform to all Paradise Pointe organizational and departmental policies and procedures including but not limited to:

· Mission - Improving the lives of seniors; one resident at a time!

· Vision - To become a world class organization focused on enhancing the lives of seniors. Using evidenced based studies and practices, we will provide seniors the opportunity to remain independent as long as possible while maintaining optimum health and wellness. When help is needed, we will provide compassionate quality care and services using the best technology, best staff, and best principles for the aging adult.

· Core Values

o P assion

o A ccountability and integrity

o R esident Centered

o A ctive Community

o D ignity and Respect

o I nnovation

o S afety and security

o E xcellence

· Code of Conduct as outlined in the “Guidelines for Employees” handbook

SERVICE STANDARDS:

Displays core values in all situations with residents, family members, other team members, and vendors.

Treats others with kindness and compassion while respecting the opinions of others.

Comes to work with a positive attitude and is joyful when dealing with residents and family members. Remembers that work with seniors is challenging and fun but that at some times may be difficult when they are dealing with diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s. Is able to maintain composure and kindness even in difficult situations.

Establishes and maintains a history of regular attendance; makes appropriate use of PDO and observes department call-in procedures for absence; establishes and maintains punctual work habits. Exhibits timely arrival and departure and dependable time habits including meal and other breaks.

Attends and participates in mandatory facility-wide and department training/meetings as required. Is able to demonstrate and apply knowledge of fire, safety, security, and disaster procedure regulations as presented in orientation, outlined in the safety manual, and as pertains to each work area.

Required to respond to emergency situations (i.e. disasters, hurricanes, etc.) by reporting to department and staying until the crisis is over or your position is covered by incoming personnel. This is a mandatory requirement. Refusal to respond may result in termination. You will be on Team B

Contributes to the successful achievement of department-stated goals and objectives and will facilitate staff cohesiveness and communication.