Activities Leader

Job Description

Good Shepherd Fairview Home is looking for a creative, energetic person who enjoys working with older adults to join us as an Activities Leader!

Good Shepherd Benefits: Full Time Include: Medical, Dental & Vision insurance. Paid vacation, paid time off (PTO) and Holiday pay. 403(b) retirement plan with company sponsored match. Paid life insurance.

Amazing food from our in-house cafe for meals, very reasonably priced!

Position Details:

Full time: Sunday (8am - 4pm), Monday - Thursday (9am - 5pm) = 75 hours/ bi - weekly pay period OR

Full time: Tuesday - Friday (9am - 5pm) Saturday (8a - 4pm) = 75 hours/ bi - weekly pay period

** will need some flexibility for night and weekend programs, but this is planned ahead of time for proper planning. **

Life Enrichment Leader Position Summary : As a Life Enrichment Leader at Good Shepherd Fairview Home, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing recreational activities that enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our residents. Engaging residents in activities that stimulate a sense of cultural, spiritual, diversional, physical, political, social, and intellectual health. Your role will involve creating and executing engaging programs that promote social interaction, cognitive stimulation, and physical activity within a safe and supportive environment.

Life Enrichment Leader Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a diverse range of recreational programs tailored to the interests and needs of our residents.

• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to create activity plans that support residents' therapeutic goals.

• Coordinate and lead group activities, one-on-one sessions, and outings that encourage socialization and engagement.

• Assess residents’ abilities and preferences to customize activity plans that cater to their individual needs.

• Maintain accurate records of resident participation and progress in recreational activities.

• Assess incoming residents, along with managing paperwork for residents who already reside in the building.

• Assist in the setup and cleanup of activity spaces and equipment.

Essential Job Requirements

Education: High School diploma or GED

Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age. Ability to read, write and speak the English language

Experience: Previous activities experience preferred but not required

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Summary

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Notice to applicants: Good Shepherd Communities will reasonably accommodate an individual’s disability during both the application process and on the job. Please contact the Human Resources department to request any reasonable accommodation you may require to participate in the application process.