Life Enrichment/Activities Assistant - Senior Living

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Lead and assist with group and individual Life Enrichment programs, activities, and special events based on resident interests and needs.
• Promote participation by visiting residents, encouraging engagement, distributing calendars and announcements, and providing escorts to and from activities as needed.
• Accompany residents on group outings, assisting with transportation, seating, navigation, and overall resident safety.
• Document participation and engagement, communicate changes or concerns, and collaborate with department leaders and direct care teams regarding resident engagement and care plans.
• Help maintain program supplies, equipment, activity spaces, and shared areas, including setup, cleanup, organization, and ordering supplies as needed.
• Provide department coverage and support, including weekend shifts and assistance with campus-wide events and other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Associates degree in gerontology, hospitality, or related field or equivalent in work experience
• At least 1 year of similar experience working with older adults in a similar capacity
  
  

Why You’ll Love Being a Blakeford Team Member

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, vision insurance and other benefits
• Company-paid life and short-term disability
• On-site team member gym
• Paid time off with cash-out option
• 403(b) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
• Collaborative team culture
• Award-winning team member appreciation events
• and so much more!
  
  

Blakeford Senior Life is an equal opportunity employer that feels like family. We look forward to meeting you!

Experience

Required

• 1 year(s): Working with seniors
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

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