Presbyterian Homes & Services - Marvella is seeking a full-time Life Enrichment Assistant/Recreation Assistant to join its team. The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing and monitoring assigned life enrichment / leisure life programming for residents consistent with regulations and established policies, procedures and best practices.
ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY
Marvella825 Mount Curve BlvdSt. Paul, MN 55116 When considering your next employment, it should be “Marvella” (marvelous, extraordinary, wonderful to ponder)! And it can be at Marvella, the newest PHS community. As a Presbyterian Homes and Services community offering senior housing, retail/commercial businesses, and market rate apartments, Marvella is centrally located in the Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul providing easy access to retail shops and dining while still close to nature with beautiful views of the Mississippi river. This new community includes a variety of living options and supportive services to provide older adults choices to live their story, today and every day!
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Implement assigned activities that help residents achieve “their best day”, filled with a wide variety of meaningful relationships and activities.• Perform assigned work routines and daily assignments to meet the psychosocial and activities needs of residents and the Household, including:o Creating diverse opportunities for meaningful pursuits, daily pleasures, recreation, exercise, friendships, social interaction, growth and learning, fun and enjoyment, personal routines, spontaneous activity and Household rituals. • Participate in Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household daily. • Assist residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one on one. • Take residents outdoors or out in the site community. • Participate in outings and special events. • Perform miscellaneous tasks as needed for residents such as shopping, running errands, assisting with correspondence, reading/writing letters etc. • Provide one on one interaction with residents based on preferences. • Transport residents to other parts of the community.
Qualifications- High School Diploma (or currently enrolled) or equivalent.
- Class B license or willingness to obtain within six months of hire as designated or required by site.
- Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and good rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
- Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.
Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:
- Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
- Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
- Life insurance (AD&D)
- Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
- Holiday pay and extended sick
Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:
- Vision insurance
- Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
- Accident & hospitalization coverage
- Education assistance programs
All employees:
- Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
- Same-day pay
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- College partnership educational discounts
- Access to Learn to Live Resources
Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care and services options for older adults. Some 8,000 employees serve more than 41,800 older adults through 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage® home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living and the overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.
PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
Skills Required
- High school diploma, current enrollment, or equivalent
- Class B license or willingness to obtain one within six months if required by the site
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
- Enthusiasm, initiative, and rapport with residents, staff, families, and volunteers
- Compatibility with the organization's mission and operating philosophies
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
What We Do
Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is a faith-based nonprofit organization serving older adults through senior-living communities and related housing, care, and support services. Its offerings include independent living, assisted living, memory care, and care-center suites. PHS’s mission is to honor God by enriching lives and touching the hearts of older adults, while expanding choices and opportunities to help more people live well.
