Life Enrichment Assistant

Ebenezer is looking for a Life Enrichment Assistant to join our senior assisted living team at Willows Bend in Fridley, MN! This position assists the Life Enrichment Director with planning, implementing, and evaluating the life enrichment programming which provides for the optimization of resident physical, psychosocial, spiritual and cognitive well-being. Life Enrichment Assistants help bring to life Ebenezer's cornerstones: Life Long Learning, Dimensions Program for Dementia Care, Crafted Culinary, Spiritual Care, Wellness and Intergenerational Programming.

This activities schedule includes;

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• 48 hours every two weeks
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• Part time; Day/ Early evening shift
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• Weekends as needed
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Block Schedule: Monday- Friday 10 AM - 7 PM

Willows Bend Senior Living offers 136 beautifully designed apartment homes and amenities that encourage an engaging, active lifestyle for older adults, which comes with the peace of mind knowing supportive services and care by Ebenezer is available should your needs change. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Located along bustling University Ave in Fridley, MN near 694 interchange and adjacent to the M Health Fairview Fridley Clinic, getting to work couldn’t be easier due to the convenience of being located right on the bus line and near the Northstar light rail station! Willows Bend Senior Living is developed by Ivy Properties and United Properties, and is managed by Ebenezer, an experienced provider of residential and health care environments since 1917. 

Responsibilities:

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• Assists with life enrichment programs and activities:
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• Leads social events and activity programs.
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• Conducts exercise class for residents.
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• Communicates and coordinates life enrichment programs with all departments.
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• Assists other departments with special events and family functions.
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• Documents as required.
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• Offers suggestions and ideas to the Life Enrichment Director to improve the programming.
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• Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents.
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• Assists with the planning and execution of individual, small or large group outings outside the building, including assisting residents with boarding and deboarding from vehicles safely.
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• Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents:
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• Encourages resident participation.
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• Reports change in resident attitude, mood, or physical status to appropriate staff.
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• Promotes resident independence by offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
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• Assists residents in developing relationships and effectively socializing
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Required Qualifications:

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• N/A
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Preferred Qualifications:

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• 5 years of previous experience
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$17.11- $24.16 Hourly

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.