The Role
Assists with planning and delivering recreational and wellness programs for assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. Reviews individual needs, coordinates activities and events, manages calendars, documents attendance and progress, supervises volunteers, maintains supplies and program spaces, coordinates with other departments, processes expenses, and ensures compliance with applicable regulations.
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When you work at THE FORUM, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!
The THE FORUM is recruiting for Life Enrichment Assistant. In this role you will be assists in the overall planning and implementation of a diverse set of programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the residents in the Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing.
Employment Status: Part Time( Must be available to work in the weekends)
Hourly Wage: $22.62- $ 28.21
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; HSA and FSA options( PT/FT)
- Life and Disability coverage (basic and voluntary)- ( FT)
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Identity & Fraud Protection, and Pet Insurance(FT)
- Competitive benefits and 401(k) with company match
- Referral Bonus Program - Up to $500 per referral!
- Generous PTO, Paid Holidays and Bereavement Leaves (PT/FT)
- Employee Assistance Program & a Safe and clean work environment
- Birthday Celebration, Service Tenure Awards and Monthly Employee Engagement Activities
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- A warm, engaging, and mission-driven workplace where your impact truly matters
Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Life Enrichment Assistant:
- Reviews resident activity needs and plans total recreation program based on individual needs and resident interest.
- Coordinates and provides recreation activities that relate to the 8 dimensions of Wellness.
- Is aware of residents’ medical records, regarding diets, allergies & alcohol limitations.
- Assists in purchases and inventories supplies and equipment. Inspects recreation equipment to determine repair and maintenance needs and cleanliness.
- Directs volunteer activities, enlists their support and coordinates their efforts; provides training and supervision of volunteers.
- Maintains accurate documentation of residents’ progress and attendance to programs.
- Coordinates activity services with other departments.
- Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned.
- Performs specific work duties and responsibilities assigned by supervisor.
- Assists with preparing and distributing the monthly calendar.
- Assists in maintaining cleanliness of all program locations.
- Complies with Federal, State and Local regulations, requirements, and guidelines.
- Develops and facilitates the monthly calendar according to applicable Federal, State and Local regulations and guidelines.
- Coordinates events with Dining Services and other Coordinators as needed or required.
- Facilitates daily displays of activities on the resident engagement portal.
- Process and submit monthly expenses and data.
- Responsible for invoicing entertainers and pastor services.
- Other duties as assigned.
Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associate’s degree preferred
- Six (6) months experience working with seniors in activities/life enrichment preferred
If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!
EEO Employer
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
- Six months of experience working with seniors in activities or life enrichment
- Availability to work weekends
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The Company
What We Do
Sagewood is a senior living and continuing care retirement community in Phoenix, Arizona. Located on an 85-acre Sonoran Desert campus, it provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and casita residences. The community offers resort-style amenities and services designed to support older adults through different stages of retirement while emphasizing nature, comfort, wellness, and an engaging lifestyle.
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