Life Enrichment Assistant Jobs

Love to make a difference in the lives of seniors? At Solera Senior Living we are led by our Core Values which guide our decision-making at every level of our company. We are looking for compassionate individuals who want to join our team!

What can Solera offer you?

• A company that is growing so you can grow too!
• 401(k) Plan
• Interested in returning to school? We have a tuition reimbursement benefit!
• Paid holidays and time off
• A great team of co-workers
• Ability to be paid immediately, no more waiting for paycheck Friday!!
• Comprehensive medical plan that includes discounted gym memberships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Perks and discount programs
• Dental/vision/life/disability benefits

We are constantly asking ourselves to think outside of the box, utilize technology to improve lives, honor our relationships with one another, and make a meaningful difference in our community. Our leadership team is made up of passionate people who have a true connection to seniors and their families, and who are dedicated to helping others’ grow and thrive.

Solera’s Core Values

Compassion

Commitment

Communication

Creativity

Listen…we flat out LOVE what we do and if our story resonates with you, and you want to LOVE what you do every day - we want to meet you!

General Summary

Responisble for assisting the Director of Engagement in planning, scheduling and coordinating meaningful activities appropriate to the needs and interests of residents and conducive to their physical, mental and social well-being. Help to ensure the activity programs are appropriately presented by team members.

Job Functions

• Assist as needed with marketing events
• Evaluate the capabilities, needs, and interests of new Residents and periodically of each resident.
• Complete other tasks assigned by the Administrator.
• Decorate the common areas appropriately for the time and season.
• Maintain and work within the department budget.
• Become a full participant in the success of the organization through customer services, promotion and recruitment of new residents.
• Maintain a positive attitude in all aspects of your day to day activities, and represent the organization in a positive light during all events.
• Responsible for resident satisfaction and retention through the development of appropriate and timely activities that meet the needs of the Resident population.
• Work cooperatively with other employees, management, residents, and their families.
• Plan, coordinates, and implements the resident’s activities to meet physical, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and social needs.
• Maintain a safe activities program, including driving, events, space, planning, mobility.
• Act as a liaison between residents and the Administrator, RN, or the Resident Care Coordinator.
• Participate in on-site training as requested.
• Work closely with the Department Heads to coordinate space, equipment, food, and transportation for planned events and activities.
• Responsible for the smooth, efficient, and positive operation of planned events.

Specific Skills

• Skill in problem-solving, and the ability to remain poised in emergencies
• Knowledge to be organized, well prepared, set and meet deadlines
• Required to receive the annual Flu vaccine, excluding religious or medical exemptions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with those inside and outside the organization including residents, their families, volunteers, management, civic organizations, community, and agencies
• Ability to assist with budget development for the department
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work activities
• Ability to be creative and innovative in creative activities techniques
• Knowledge of principles and practices of Residents’ needs
• One or more years of prior industry experience preferred
• Ability to do some daily tasks via computer, i.e., emails, calendars, flyers, etc.
• Ability to understand and work under a variety of situations in a positive, constructive manner
• Required to receive or provide documentation of the Covid-19 Vaccine, excluding religious or medical exemptions.
• Communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Required to participate in Covid-19 testing as requested by administration, ownership or the State Regulatory Agencies.
• Valid drivers license and acceptable motor vehicle history
• Ability to continue education in the industry and make sure new programs are developed to meet the changing demographics in the resident population.