SAINT JOSEPH VILLA Life Enrichment Assistant Salary in the United States

SUMMARY OF JOB:

• Assist in assessment of leisure skills and needs of residents on floors as assigned.
• Assist in the serving of meals to residents.
• Conduct a range of daily therapeutic and leisure activities to promote the residents’ highest functional levels.
• Conduct individual and group sessions based upon the residents’ leisure skills and needs.
• Participate in Activity Calendar planning and implementation based on needs of the residents.
• Assist with maintenance of equipment and supplies used in the activities.
• Adjust work schedule to maintain coverage on weekends and evenings, as needed.
• Attend in-services and seminars, as appropriate.
• Participate in departmental and interdependent meetings as assigned.
• Assist with generating outside resources for increasing entertainment and program variety.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager of Life Enrichment, as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Planning and facilitating daily, weekly, and monthly events to encourage socialization, relaxation, and recreation.
• Implementing activities that accommodate those with special needs.
• Handling logistics to make the event possible, such as making phone calls, advertising, managing inventory and budgets, training and motivating volunteers or employees, and coordinating transportation.
• Observing participants at events gauge their enjoyment and obtain their feedback to improve events.
• Keeping records regarding event planning resources, participant interest, and other notable information, such as incidents.
• Reporting medical concerns or observations.
• Ensuring that events are well-provisioned, the event staff is trained and prepared, and that the event takes place on time and within budget.
• Providing participants with instructions for the event.
• Adhering to and enforcing all safety procedures.

STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• More education or experience with nursing, recreational activities, event planning, or related may be preferred.
• Job training and first-aid and CPR training may be necessary.
• Ability to walk, dance, stand, lift, or meet other physical demands.
• Adaptability and strong organization and time management skills.
• Excellent resource management, computer, record keeping, interpersonal, decision making, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Patience and compassion when dealing with others, especially those who are sick, injured, elderly, or from different backgrounds.
• Flexibility to work when needed, especially evenings, weekends, or early mornings.
• Willingness to adhere to and enforce all safety policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Moderate physical effort
• Balance of sedentary/mobility work
• Frequent kneeling/stooping/reaching/bending
• Good communication skills
• Competent with computer skills

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