Life Enrichment Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Life Enrichment Aide

Oak Grove | A Greencroft Communities Campus

Bring Joy. Build Relationships. Make a Difference.

At Oak Grove, part of Greencroft Communities, we believe every person deserves to feel valued, connected, and celebrated. As a faith-based, mission-driven nonprofit, we are dedicated to serving older adults with compassion, dignity, and purpose while creating a workplace where our team members are appreciated, supported, and encouraged to grow.

We're looking for a caring and enthusiastic Part-Time Life Enrichment Aide to help create meaningful moments for our residents every day. Whether it's leading a game, helping with a craft, accompanying residents to an event, or simply spending time visiting with someone, your presence can make all the difference.

If you enjoy building relationships, being creative, and making people smile, we'd love to have you join our team.

Why You'll Love Working at Oak Grove

When you join Oak Grove, you'll become part of a team that:

• Serves with compassion through a faith-based mission.
• Values every employee and recognizes the difference they make.
• Encourages teamwork, respect, and meaningful relationships.
• Provides on-the-job training and opportunities for professional growth.
• Creates a positive, welcoming environment for both residents and team members.

What You'll Do

As a Life Enrichment Aide, you'll support programs and activities that help residents stay engaged, active, and connected.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist with planning and leading fun, meaningful activities for residents.
• Encourage participation in games, crafts, music, exercise, social events, and other enrichment opportunities.
• Build genuine relationships with residents through conversation, companionship, and one-on-one visits.
• Support residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities, including those living with dementia.
• Observe and document resident participation, engagement, and responses to activities.
• Assist with resident assessments and individualized activity care plans.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and welcoming activity area.
• Work with other departments to create memorable events and experiences.
• Assist with transportation for activities and outings when needed.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Help create a warm, engaging community where every resident feels included and valued.

What We're Looking For

We're searching for someone who is:

• Kind, compassionate, and enjoys working with older adults.
• Friendly, dependable, and positive.
• Creative and energetic, with a passion for helping others have fun.
• A team player who communicates well with residents, families, volunteers, and coworkers.
• Organized and able to work independently when needed.
• Committed to treating every resident with dignity and respect.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior activity experience required—we provide on-the-job training.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Previous experience in healthcare, recreation, customer service, childcare, hospitality, or working with older adults is a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements

This position includes walking, standing, bending, lifting (up to 40 pounds occasionally), assisting with activity setup, and engaging with residents throughout the day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.

Join Our Mission

At Oak Grove, we believe the little moments matter most. A conversation, a shared laugh, a favorite song, or a simple act of kindness can brighten someone's entire day.