What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Enrichment Aide position at Rockingham County?
Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney's Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff's Office, Department of Corrections, Finance Office, Human Resources, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.
SCOPE OF POSITION: Our Life Enrichment Aides implement multi-faceted activities as scheduled or assigned by the Life Enrichment Supervisor to ensure the programs meet the functional needs and reflect the interests of each resident. Activities are done in both group settings or one-on-one with the residents.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
We are committed to providing preventative and restorative care to all residents and clients here at Rockingham County. We want our residents to feel safe, comfortable, and supported in all aspects of their lives to include not only physical, but also emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, and intellectual well-being. Our Life Enrichment Aides are a vital part of our dynamic team They develop and lead programs, complete individual activity interventions that meet the needs of our residents, and perform program support services such as transporting residents, assembling equipment, and preparing/maintaining work areas as the activity indicates.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Previous experience working with elderly.
- Must be fluent in English.
- Qualified candidates should be comfortable speaking in groups of people.
- High-School Diploma or GED required.
- New Hampshire Board of Nursing approved Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) preferred.
STATUS: Full Time / Non-Exempt / Union
Equal Employment Opportunity.
Mandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.
Rockingham County offers a complete benefits package including: health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability and optional long-term disability. Employees working 35 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the New Hampshire Retirement System (pension plan). Go to for more information.
For complete benefit information:
Rockingham County Benefit Guide (Download PDF reader)
Additional Benefits Include:
- Paid Time Off days accrued each year)*
- 11-12 Paid Holidays*
- $150/Year Uniform Stipend**
- Shift Pick Up Bonuses**
- Short Staff Pay**
- 100% Paid Short Term Disability***
- 100% Paid Life Insurance ($25,000) and AD&D Insurance ($25,000)
- Optional Long Term Disability***
- Optional Deferred Compensation 457B Retirement Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement ($4,000 annually following one year of benefits-eligible employment)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discount Website
On-Site Gym, Staff Dining/Cafeteria, and Quiet Room w/ Massage Chair
Pro-rated for part-time employees
**For nursing employees only
***For full time employees only, "Weekender" employees are not eligible for disability insurance
Salary : $150 - $4,000