Life Enrichment Assistant / Recreation Assistant
Presbyterian Homes & Services, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Life Enrichment Assistant/Recreation Assistant
Presbyterian Homes & Services - Summerwood of Plymouth is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant/Recreation Assistant to join its team. The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing and monitoring assigned life enrichment /leisure life programming for residents consistent with regulations and established policies, procedures and best practices.
Schedule/Hours: This position is scheduled for 20 hours per week with flexible schedule. Occasional weekend/evening rotation (2-3 times a year).
Reporting Structure: This position reports directly to the Life Enrichment Director.
About This Community
SummerWood of Plymouth is nestled in the heart of Plymouth, a thriving west Minneapolis suburb. This convenient location provides easy access to Highways 55 & 494, and is within minutes of retail shopping, neighborhood restaurants, public library, churches and the local community center. As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as: off-street parking, discounted employee meals, free fitness center access. This community offers the following care options: assisted living, and assisted living memory care.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Implement assigned activities that help residents achieve "their best day", filled with a wide variety of meaningful relationships and activities.
Perform assigned work routines and daily assignments to meet the psychosocial and activities needs of residents and the Household, including:
Creating diverse opportunities for meaningful pursuits, daily pleasures, recreation, exercise, friendships, social interaction, growth and learning, fun and enjoyment, personal routines, spontaneous activity and Household rituals.
Participate in Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household daily.
Assist residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one on one.
Take residents outdoors or out in the site community.
Participate in outings and special events.
Perform miscellaneous tasks as needed for residents such as shopping, running errands, assisting with correspondence, reading/writing letters etc.
Provide one on one interaction with residents based on preferences.
Transport residents to other parts of the community.
Qualifications
High School Diploma (or currently enrolled) or equivalent.
Class B license or willingness to obtain within six months of hire as designated or required by site.
Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and good rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.
Pay Range
The estimated starting pay range for this role is $19.09 - $20.59 per hour. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS's typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends upon many factors including each individual employee's qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.
Benefits
Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:
Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
Life insurance (AD&D)
Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
Holiday pay and extended sick
Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:
Vision insurance
Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
Accident & hospitalization coverage
Education assistance programs
All employees:
Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
Same-day pay
Employee assistance program (EAP)
College partnership educational discounts
Access to Learn to Live Resources
About PHS
Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care and services options for older adults. Some 8,000 employees serve more than 41,800 older adults through 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living and the overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.
PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
Presbyterian Homes & Services - Summerwood of Plymouth is seeking a Life Enrichment Assistant/Recreation Assistant to join its team. The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing and monitoring assigned life enrichment /leisure life programming for residents consistent with regulations and established policies, procedures and best practices.
Schedule/Hours: This position is scheduled for 20 hours per week with flexible schedule. Occasional weekend/evening rotation (2-3 times a year).
Reporting Structure: This position reports directly to the Life Enrichment Director.
About This Community
SummerWood of Plymouth is nestled in the heart of Plymouth, a thriving west Minneapolis suburb. This convenient location provides easy access to Highways 55 & 494, and is within minutes of retail shopping, neighborhood restaurants, public library, churches and the local community center. As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as: off-street parking, discounted employee meals, free fitness center access. This community offers the following care options: assisted living, and assisted living memory care.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Implement assigned activities that help residents achieve "their best day", filled with a wide variety of meaningful relationships and activities.
Perform assigned work routines and daily assignments to meet the psychosocial and activities needs of residents and the Household, including:
Creating diverse opportunities for meaningful pursuits, daily pleasures, recreation, exercise, friendships, social interaction, growth and learning, fun and enjoyment, personal routines, spontaneous activity and Household rituals.
Participate in Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household daily.
Assist residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one on one.
Take residents outdoors or out in the site community.
Participate in outings and special events.
Perform miscellaneous tasks as needed for residents such as shopping, running errands, assisting with correspondence, reading/writing letters etc.
Provide one on one interaction with residents based on preferences.
Transport residents to other parts of the community.
Qualifications
High School Diploma (or currently enrolled) or equivalent.
Class B license or willingness to obtain within six months of hire as designated or required by site.
Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and good rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.
Pay Range
The estimated starting pay range for this role is $19.09 - $20.59 per hour. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS's typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends upon many factors including each individual employee's qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.
Benefits
Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:
Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
Life insurance (AD&D)
Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
Holiday pay and extended sick
Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:
Vision insurance
Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
Accident & hospitalization coverage
Education assistance programs
All employees:
Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
Same-day pay
Employee assistance program (EAP)
College partnership educational discounts
Access to Learn to Live Resources
About PHS
Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care and services options for older adults. Some 8,000 employees serve more than 41,800 older adults through 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living and the overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.
PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.