Life Enrichment Assistant
The Glen at Willow Valley Communities – Lancaster, PA
Full-Time | $15.50/hour
At Willow Valley Communities, we believe life should always be moving forward — filled with purpose, connection, and joy. We’re seeking a compassionate, creative, and energetic Life Enrichment Assistant who’s passionate about making each day meaningful for our Residents.
If you enjoy building relationships, presenting and leading activities in front of groups, and creating moments that truly matter, this role could be a perfect fit!
Why Join Willow Valley Communities?At WVC, we take care of our team so they can take great care of others. You’ll enjoy:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
- A generous PTO package
- Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
- Team Member events and recognition programs
- Access to campus amenities, including a gym, indoor pool, and more
- A supportive, mission-driven team environment
As a Life Enrichment Assistant, you’ll help design and deliver programs that encourage Residents to connect, grow, and thrive.
Your responsibilities include:
- Planning, organizing, and leading daily recreational and enrichment programs
- Encouraging Residents to socialize, build friendships, and confidently engage in group activities
- Leading exercise programs such as stretching, calisthenics, and group sports
- Coordinating entertainment, special events, and community outings (lunch trips, sightseeing, picnics, and more)
- Accompanying Residents on outings and providing support throughout activities
- Visiting non-ambulatory Residents or those at risk of isolation to ensure inclusion
- Completing initial Resident assessments within 48 hours of admission and assisting with ongoing program planning
- Maintaining accurate attendance records and required documentation
- Evaluating Resident engagement and communicating observations to the team
- Supporting and supervising volunteers during programs
- Preparing weekly programming plans and submitting supply requests
- Maintaining and operating program equipment (projectors, computers, audiovisual systems, etc.)
- Collaborating across departments to promote a positive and supportive team culture
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must be comfortable presenting, speaking, and reading in front of groups
- Experience in recreation, activities, or a related field preferred (but not required)
- Creativity, flexibility, and a genuine passion for working with older adults
- Excellent multitasking skills required
- Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
- Every other weekend and holiday
Glen – Willow Valley Communities675 Willow Valley SquareLancaster, PA 17602United States
Willow Valley Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Comfort presenting, speaking, and reading in front of groups
- Excellent multitasking skills
- Experience in recreation, activities, or a related field
- Creativity and flexibility
- Passion for working with older adults
What We Do
Willow Valley Communities is an award-winning, not-for-profit Life Plan community in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, serving adults 55 and older. It offers an exclusive Type-A Lifecare contract that provides long-term care as needed without increasing residents’ monthly service fee. Its mission is to inspire each person to embrace the possibilities of a Life Lived Forward while helping residents pursue passions, engage, and maintain a healthy, vibrant lifestyle.
