Presbyterian Homes & Services - Orchard Path -is seeking a 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.
SCHEDULE/HOURS: 8-4.30Pm (Sunday-Thursday)
REPORTING STRUCTURE: This position reports to Life Enrichment Services Director
ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY
Orchard Path5400 157th Street W.Apple Valley, MN 55124
Nestled along the shores of Cobblestone Lake in Apple Valley, Orchard Path offers the warmth and charm of a traditional neighborhood while providing residents with beautiful lakeside surroundings and convenient access to shopping, dining, healthcare, and other urban amenities.
Orchard Path features a variety of living options designed to meet residents' changing needs, including:
- 250 Independent Living Apartments
- 58 Assisted Living Apartments
- 20 Memory Care Apartments
Living Options Available:
- Senior Apartments (Independent Living)
- Assisted Living
- Assisted Living with Memory Care
Residents enjoy a welcoming community atmosphere, comfortable accommodations, and services tailored to support an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
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
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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 in high school, or equivalent
- Class B driver's license or willingness to obtain one within six months of hire, if designated or required by the site
- Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, for planned programs
- Demonstrated 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 for communication with customers
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.
