Life Enrichment & Activities Assistant, Part-Time

Ecumen
paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Nov 22, 2024
Description The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for delivering Life Enrichment programming designed to meet and honor the physical, social, spiritual, sensory and psychological needs of all residents based on an assessment of their individual needs and interests. Advocates and promotes resident participation and choice. About Us: Abiitan is an Ecumen community located in the heart of the Mill City District of Downtown Minneapolis. Abiitan provides three levels of care, which fulfills our goal of being an "Age in Place" community. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care. Our employees are dedicated to empowering our customers to lead richer, fuller lives. We are looking for team members who can embrace creativity and deliver excellent customer service to make Abiitan the best place to work in Downtown Minneapolis. Ecumen, a Minnesota based non-profit, is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs. Opportunity Details: Part-Time - Shift: 9:00am-5:30pm Position works various weekdays and every other Saturday/Sunday Free underground parking for all team members Additional Information: Benefit Eligible - Medical/Dental/Vision 401k Retirement Plan with 6% Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) + Sick & Safe Time (SST) Team member referral program SmartDollar Employee Assistance Program Free underground heated parking for all team members UKG Wallet Collaborative Team Environment Growth opportunities & so much more! Essential Job Responsibilities: Assists with individual and group activities, transport residents, notifies, encourages and assures resident participation in appropriate recreational activities according to their individual needs and plan of care, and documents resident participation as appropriate. Empowers residents to develop interpersonal relationships, socialize effectively and develop confidence to participate in individual and group activity programming. Ensures residents arrive at scheduled activities, outings and appointments in a timely manner. Transporting residents as needed. Maintains supplies in an orderly manner, notifies supervisor of supply needs in a timely manner. Monitors daily and monthly calendars of events, outings and other recreational opportunities for residents. Assists and supports all workers and positions in the building; identifies what needs to be done and assists as. Enrichment Assistant Minimum Required Qualifications: Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience caring for seniors Activity Assistant Certified, ADC, CTRC Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)