What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Enrichment Assistant position at Ebenezer?
Ebenezer is looking for a Life Enrichment Assistant to join our senior living team at Nine Mile in Bloomington, MN! This position assists the Life Enrichment Director with planning, implementing, and evaluating the life enrichment programming which provides for the optimization of resident physical, psychosocial, spiritual and cognitive well-being. Life Enrichment Assistants help bring to life Ebenezer's cornerstones: Life Long Learning, Dimensions Program for Dementia Care, Crafted Culinary, Spiritual Care, Wellness and Intergenerational Programming.
This activities schedule includes;
- 64 hours every two weeks
- Full time; Day shift
- No Weekends
Nine Mile Creek Senior Living Community offers a total of 93 units; Independent, Assisted and Memory Care. Our community is in Bloomington, Minnesota next to the natural and rejuvenating setting of Moir Park with all the culture and entertainment of the Twin Cities just minutes away. As well, we are close to public transportation. Managed by Ebenezer, Nine Mile Staff is long tenured and believes in Ebenezer’s mission to heal, discover, and educate for longer healthier, more meaningful lives.
Responsibilities:
- Assists with life enrichment programs and activities:
- Leads social events and activity programs.
- Conducts exercise class for residents.
- Communicates and coordinates life enrichment programs with all departments.
- Assists other departments with special events and family functions.
- Documents as required.
- Offers suggestions and ideas to the Life Enrichment Director to improve the programming.
- Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents.
- Assists with the planning and execution of individual, small or large group outings outside the building, including assisting residents with boarding and deboarding from vehicles safely.
- Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents:
- Encourages resident participation.
- Reports change in resident attitude, mood, or physical status to appropriate staff.
- Promotes resident independence by offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
- Assists residents in developing relationships and effectively socializing
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2-5 years of previous experience
Benefit Overview
Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Salary : $17 - $24