Life Enrichment & Activities Assistant

Company: Byron Center Manor
Location: Byron Center
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionLife Enrichment Assistant Job SummaryThis position leads daily activities for all residents at BCM.Life Enrichment Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

• Post daily schedule and menu.
• Read communication notes.
• Gather residents in preparation for all activities.
• Lead daily activities according to the schedule listed on the monthly calendar.
• Follow resident hydration guidelines.
• Assist residents in dining area at meal time (serve, feed (East only) and eat with them).
• Prepare for afternoon activities.
• Assist Life Enrichment Supervisor with organized seasonal holiday functions (Mother's Day Tea, Father's Day Open House, etc.).
• Submit proposal for monthly activity calendar and present to Life Enrichment Supervisor by 15th of month.
• Create and execute monthly changes in dcor, which are approved by Life Enrichment Supervisor.
• Organize and conduct resident council and menu meetings.
• Keep an updated birthday list and ensure resident's doors are decorated.
• Plant and maintain neighborhood gardens.
• Return pop cans as assigned. Turn in collected money to Life Enrichment Supervisor.
• Chart daily activities for each resident.
• Pet Care.
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings.
• Miscellaneous tasks as assigned.Life Enrichment Assistant Requirements and Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • One year of experience working with the elderly, is preferred.
  • Must have good references from previous employers.
  • Must be able to pass a background check.
  • Must be able to work every other weekend (required)
  • Great communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Basic reading, writing, math, and computer skills.
  • Good conversation skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Able to work independently with little supervision.
  • Able to maintain organized logs of activities and services provided.
  • Physically capable of doing work that requires standing, lifting, bending, and pushing.
  • Patient and calm, especially in difficult situations.
  • Reliable, compassionate, and willing to serve others.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

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