Life Enrichment Assistant at Raintree Holdings in McKinney, Texas

Job Description:

The Aspenwood Company, a leader in the senior living industry has an outstanding opportunity for a Full Time and Part Time experienced Life Enrichment Assistant at our Village on the Park McKinney location, a senior living community.
Pay Rate: $15.35/hr.
Full Time:
Wednesday - Sunday | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Part Time:
Monday & Tuesday | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Availability for special events on other days/shifts is preferred. Must be available to work holidays and weekends.
The Life Enrichment Assistant, under direct and indirect supervision, assists with the planning and execution of events and activities creating a fun, active lifestyle for our residents. Must desire to work with seniors and have a tolerance for behaviors associated with dementia and other aging processes.
The successful candidate must be available to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays as special events needs dictate.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in the development and implementation of activities and events.
Respond to the needs of residents, families and visitors by providing immediate and courteous assistance.
Actively involved in the engagement of residents in all activities and events both on and off site. Encourages, invites and assists residents to become involved in community sponsored events and activities.
Assures in the planning stage that sufficient supplies are on-hand, prepared and ready for every activity and event.
Assists the Director with the development of monthly calendars and newsletters.
Takes pictures to be included in newsletters and social media.
Assists the Director with coordination of community resources from other departments in support of events and activities.
Assists with external resources, such as entertainers, to assure positive resident and family experiences.
Member of the community's emergency response team.
Maintains a professional appearance and good personal hygiene per company policies.
Assists with special projects or tasks.

EOE/M/F/D/V