Life Enrichment Assistant; Sun-Thurs

Overview

At Eskaton, being inclusive is one of our core values. This means that we celebrate diversity and equity for all who live and work with us, building a culture of belonging and community across the aging spectrum.

Our Benefits include but are not limited to...

• Competitive Health Plan, including dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K with Company Match Retirement Program (Minimum eligibility requirements apply)
• Paid Time Off programs
• Voluntary benefits & supplemental insurance available
• Free meals at communities

This position is eligible for Eskaton's health benefits package the first of the month following 60 days of employment and Paid Time Off benefits program after 90 days of employment.

The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing various social and life enrichment activities for the social, physical, and mental welfare of our residents.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $19.40 to $21.00/hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This position is considered full-time and has a standard weekly schedule of Sunday-Thursday.

• Assists the Life Enrichment Director in planning, organizing and implementing various Life Enrichment programs.
• Meets the residents' needs and interests, taking into account the abilities and physical limitations of each individual resident.
• Participates in the residents' plan of care and documents residents' specific interests and participation.
• Documents attendance at activities.
• Operates equipment such as VCRs, P.A. systems, projection systems, etc. in an appropriate manner. Maintains those systems in a working manner and provides preventative maintenance as appropriate.
• Works with volunteer staff to ensure smooth operations of Life Enrichment programs.

Education: High school graduation or equivalent G.E.D.

Training and

Experience:

Previous experience working with the elderly in a recreational setting preferred.

Job Knowledge: Knowledge of Title XXII and OBRA preferred. Understands the aspects of leading an activity.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen test and health screen. All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.