Life Enrichment Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

NOW HIRING: Life Enrichment Assistant

Morningside House Senior Living

Morningside House of Sarasota | Sarasota, FL | Full-Time | Non- Exempt

ABOUT US:

Great care starts with great people. Our communities are built on genuine connection, resident dignity, and teams that love coming to work. For over 30 years, we've helped thousands of seniors enjoy a home-like experience and supported families through some of life's most important moments.

Known for best-in-class care and service, with communities across the East Coast, Morningside continues to be a dynamic leader in the industry and a top employer of choice. If you're passionate about making a real difference in people's lives – and want to grow with an organization that invests in its people – you're in the right place. Together we BLOOM!

WHAT WE’RE OFFERING:

$750 FT / $375 PT

Referral Bonus

Achievers

Employee Recognition Program

50% match up to 4%

401K Match

Competitive pay · 10 days PTO yr 1 (FT) / 6 days (PT) · Medical, Dental & Vision · Tuition Reimbursement · Holiday Pay · Employer Paid Life & AD&D · Employer Paid Hospital Insurance · Supplemental Insurance · LifeMart Employee Discounts · Deficiency-Free Survey Bonus · Professional Growth & Development · Employee Appreciation Events

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assists the Life Enrichment Director in designing, creating, initiating, facilitating and coordinating a wide variety of multi-level recreational and educational activities for the residents of the facility. Reports to the Life Enrichment Director.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in planning, coordinating, and evaluating resident activities.

• Encourages resident participation in programs and activities.

• Activities Assistant escorts residents on activities away from the property as assigned.

• Assists with the registration of residents for trips and programs.

• Conducts various activities at the direction of the Life Enrichment Director.

• Maintains necessary activity supplies, which may include outside purchasing.

• Assists in the surveying and interviewing of residents to determine interests, talents and resident satisfaction.

• Maintains general observation of residents and shares appropriate information with staff.

• Follows departmental budget guidelines.

• Activities Assistant attends all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.

• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.

• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.

• Adheres to all policies and procedures of Morningside Elite Management.

• Activities Assistant performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

·         High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Morningside Elite Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.