Would you be excited engaging older adults in uniquely tailored activities? Are you seeking work that is meaningful, creative, collaborative, and makes a difference in the lives of others? Do you want to be part of an incredible team of people, working in an unbeatable company culture? 

Aging Wisdom inspires hope through creative solutions, so our clients live well, care well, and age well. As a leader in older adult care, our team serves and supports older adults facing health or memory changes with a focus on improving their quality of life. Aging Wisdom is a small, woman-owned business committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace, and we encourage people of all identities to apply.

The Creative Engagement team supports our mission by providing clients with arts engagement, companionship, and participating in activities focused on well-being and reducing social isolation. Creative engagement can be anything that taps into and encourages a personal connection, enjoyment, enrichment, and a sense of purpose. Our Creative Engagement Specialists tailor experiences to each client’s unique interests and goals to enhance quality of life.

At Aging Wisdom, we live our company core values:

• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Compassion
• Collaboration
• Identity, respect, and safety 
• Service to our clients and our community

Visit our website to learn more about our mission and meet our team:

https://agingwisdom.com/

Hear what some of our employees have to say about Aging Wisdom:

“It has been so wonderful to join a team of people who are super passionate about what they do. Having such a compassionate supportive and dedicated group of people has made me feel very lucky to be a part of this workspace.” Molly Ebel – Creative Engagement Specialist

“Working with such a fun, dedicated, and collaborative team is what has kept me doing this work for the past nine years. The Aging Wisdom culture is to help each person maximize their full potential to succeed in their position, and keep them growing, learning, and seeking opportunities for their personal and professional development. I love being part of a team where my ideas are valued and there is genuine respect for each and every one of us. In addition to that creating such a positive work environment, I know it directly impacts the high level of quality service we provide to our clients.” Nicole Kane – Director of Care Management

Summary of Responsibilities

Our Creative Engagement team meaningfully engages our older adult clients in their own homes, retirement communities, adult family homes, or out in the community. Each visit is tailored to each individual client with clearly outlined goals developed in collaboration with the Director of Creative Engagement and/or the assigned care manager. Creative engagement visit activities range from art projects, reminiscence through photo albums or music, scenic drives, and visits to museums or other cultural institutions. 

The Creative Engagement Specialist (CES) works under the supervision of the Director of Creative Engagement. This is a full-time, non-exempt salary position. 

Essential Functions

• Collaborating closely with the assigned care manager and Director of Creative Engagement to determine goals and responsibilities for client visits.
• Conducting visits with a commitment and focus on the National Organization for Arts in Health’s Code of Ethics.
• Completing detailed case notes summarizing each CE visit within 24 hours.
• Navigating challenges and complexity by identifying issues and generating pragmatic solutions with a balance of critical thinking and urgency.
• Advocating to ensure best possible outcomes for clients, families, and allied professionals.
• Presenting oneself as an allied professional in the field.
• Participating in professional advancement opportunities for the enrichment of self, company, and field of arts in health.
• Displaying an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; attains knowledge and competency that reflects current practices in the field of arts in health.
• Engaging in actions to drive successful goal attainment and consistently produces strong results despite day-to-day challenges.
• Demonstrating a clear sense of ownership for work quality and delivers on commitments.
• Addressing difficult issues and situations, expresses a clear point of view, and stands by what is right, even when uncomfortable and unpopular.
• Gaining the confidence and trust of others by demonstrating honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Adhering to conventions of spelling, punctuation, and grammar with professional and thoughtful written communications.
• Leveraging appropriate communication methods in the context of the scenario, relationship, and audience level to establish value.

• Building trusting partnerships and working with others to share information and resources, solve problems, and produce better outcomes.
• Enabling cooperative and productive group interactions.
• Valuing inclusivity and equity, and respecting the rights of colleagues, clients, families, or client representatives who have different beliefs, opinions, cultures, and customs.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• Professional or life experience working with older adults is essential.
• College degree preferred.
• Knowledge of dementia and other major issues of aging is preferred.
• Certificate in Gerontology a plus.
• An ideal Aging Wisdom teammate is flexible, calm, energetic, organized, efficient, responsive, responsible, detail-oriented, willing to ask for help, and enjoys having fun at work.

Compensation 

• $52,000-$57,000 Depending on experience
• PTO (accrual begins immediately) 
• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• 401k retirement plan with 3-4% match
• 11 paid holidays
• Cell phone stipend 
• Ongoing education and training

How to Apply

• Apply by submitting the online application, with a resume, and a cover letter sharing your interest in this position and your personal commitment to equity and inclusivity.

If you are selected for the next step, you will receive instructions within 3 business days of your submission. Everyone will be contacted.

Aging Wisdom provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Aging Wisdom complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Keywords: activities, elder care, life enrichment, senior care, recreation specialist, arts engagement