Are you enthusiastic and compassionate?Do you find pride in creating meaningful and engaging activities while fostering a warm and vibrant atmosphere for those around you?Are you a self-starter with leadership skills and a heart to serve? If so, consider a career at Wesbury in our Life Enrichment Department!

Job summary:

The Life Enrichment Lead Aide will assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing therapeutic activity programs in our Skilled Nursing Facility on a daily basis to meet the individual resident's needs and interests. They will assess resident's activity participation on an on-going basis to monitor the effectiveness of the program.

Responsibilities:

1. Plan, compile, and distribute a monthly activity calendar that reflects the needs and interests of the residents on the respective neighborhood.
2. Lead planned activities (usually 2-3 per day), using materials and equipment provided.
3. Provide one-to-one visits with residents as scheduled and keep a record of those visits. These visits may include reminiscing, sensory stimulation, socialization, and educational activities.
4. Attend all mandatory in-services, training, meetings, and seminars as directed by supervisor.
5. Attend weekly life enrichment staff and care plan meetings.
6. Maintain bulletin board(s) on respective neighborhood and ensure that information is current, accurate and organized.
7. Encourage residents to participate in activities and/or events by informing them daily of recreational opportunities.
8. Escort/transport residents in wheelchairs to and from events and activities.
9. Complete all relevant documentation (MDS interviews, progress notes, care plan notes, initial assessments, and daily charting) in an accurate and timely fashion.
10. Act as an advocate and observe resident rights at all times by maintaining confidentiality and privacy of personal resident information.
11. Work in collaboration with nursing and other departments to achieve team-based quality results.
12. Assess all new admissions to the facility.
13. Maintain an activity care plan for all residents and ensure that activity goals are met.
14. Coordinate with the Director of Life Enrichment for special events as needed.
15. Report to the Director of Life Enrichment regarding any changes with the resident's health and participation.

Qualifications:

Life Enrichment Experience Preferred

MEPAP Certification, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Perform the physical requirements of the position which include standing, bending, and lifting.

Work well with others; treat residents, co-workers, and staff with care and respect.

Protect resident confidentiality by not sharing information.

Adhere to all Wesbury personnel policies as they apply to the workplace.

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MORE Benefits:

Eligible employees may take advantage of a highly competitive benefits package including:

Generous 403(b) retirement plan with 3% match to your contribution

Health benefits thru Blue Cross Blue Shield, options for Vision, Dental & Flexible spending

Paid vacation and sick time which increases with longevity, 2 personal days, 6 paid holidays.

LPN tuition program at 50% reimbursement

Mileage, overtime, and holiday pay

Life insurance

Career advancement opportunities and paid training

MORE Perks:

Wages on Demand

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Recognition and rewards

Employee picnics

Holiday gift cards

Longevity Bonuses

Discounts at local business that partner with Wesbury

Employee picnics, theme days and holiday celebrations

Shout out boards for peer recognition.

Random drawings and appreciation treats and gifts.

MORE reasons to choose Wesbury:

A nonprofit Senior Living Community that has served the region for over 100 years.

A wide variety of career options with opportunities to thrive and grow.

Compassionate, dedicated team members.

Flexible work schedules and competitive wages.

We value your ideas, your dedication, and your work/life balance.

It’s more than a job; each person makes a difference in the life of another every single day.

Centered on 7 core values: ministry, commitment, health, community, quality, respect, and stewardship.

MORE Quality:

Awarded the Eagle Accreditation for 30 years running.

5 star rated by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid

Winner of Meadville Tribune Readers’ Choice Award for Best Nursing Home/Personal Care Home and In Home Care services for 13 years running.

Rated one of the top 20 best nursing homes in the state of Pennsylvania by Newsweek Magazine.