Life Enrichment Assistant |Full-Time |Mon - Fri |8am - 4:30pm

The role

This person initiates and oversees Life Enrichment programs to meet community members' mental and physical needs. They provide group and individual sessions and complete required documentation.

What you will do

• Initiates and oversees Life Enrichment programs
• Encourages community member participation in programs
• Provides goal-oriented group and individual sessions
• Completes documentation on activity plans and assessments
• Prepares and displays monthly calendar
• Assists Coordinator in the development of programs
• Assists in the planning of individualized programming
• Ensures necessary supplies and equipment are arranged
• Works with team members to set-up, invite guests, and clean up after activities
• Monitors activity in the activity center and keeps work area clean

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of growth and development and expertise for geriatric population
• CPR Certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to perform necessary documentation in writing
• Ability to lift and/or move items with weights of 10-30lbs using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary
• Manual dexterity and skillful use of hands when working with patients and equipment

Nice to have

• Continued education in Recreational Therapy or related field
• One year geriatric experience

Benefits

• 403b
• daily pay
• bonuses
• career advancement opportunities
• holiday pay
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular status full and part time employees

About the company

Bethesda has more than 1,200 employees who dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others.