Life Enrichment Associate (Activites Assistant)

Cascade Living is committed to the quality of life around us, as individuals and as a company. You’ll find that we’re different as our focus is to create a culture of wellness and purposeful living for both residents and employees alike. This is why our motto is:

The Difference Between Living and Living Well…

Waterford Grand (assisted living, memory care) provides care for residents and their families all over the region, including Springfield, Coburg, Goshen, and Irving. We invite you to learn more about us and meet the team at:

www.waterfordgrand.com/about/meet-our-team

As the Life Enrichment Associate (Activities Assistant) you play a big part in making our resident’s lives more meaningful by assisting in the various activities. You’ll be depended upon to take the lead in encouraging resident participation and over time come to understand the individual needs of each resident.

What Cascade Living and Waterford Grand look for in a Life Enrichment Associate:

• Must possess current first aid certification, and a current food handler’s or serve safe certification (Can be obtained on the job, not required for hiring)

• Compassionate individuals who will represent our community in a positive and professional manner

• Experience working with seniors with dementia preferred

• Ability to utilize various online and computer software

• Effective communicator who connects with staff, residents and their families

• Demonstrate active listening techniques, gain support by treating others with dignity and respect

• Strong customer service skills with ability to problem solve

• Ownership attitude who is able to stay focused despite interruptions throughout the day

What you can expect to do as a Life Enrichment Associate for Waterford Grand:

• Must have experience in planning, organizing and executing a varied schedule of life enrichment opportunities for all levels of seniors

• Valid Driver’s license as this role will require driving residents

• Assist in the creation and implementation of monthly activities calendar

• Effective communicator who connects with staff, residents and their families

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to facilitate small-group presentations

• Ownership attitude who is able to stay focused despite interruptions throughout the day

• Innovative thinker who brings new ideas to the table

• Promote the mission, values and beliefs of Cascade Living

Position Requirements:

Food Workers Card

CPR/ First Aid Certification

Job Type:

• Full Time

• Tuesday - Saturday

• 8:30am-5:00pm

• Weekend Availability Required

Cascade Living Group Offerings:

• Competitive wages

• Career Pathways

• Health Insurance (for those eligible)

• Voluntary benefits (Disability, Accident, Life)

• Flexible Pet Insurance for cats and dogs

• 401k (with company match)

• Payroll advances on earned wages

• Perks at Work Discount Program

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Education Assistance

• Longevity Bonuses

Cascade Living Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All offers of employment are conditioned on passing a background check.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 360-979-0149 or recruiter@cascadeliving.com.