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Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant

@ Artis Senior Living
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Chicago, Illinois, United States
$19/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Create programs, Brainstorm ideas, Track attendance
Requirements Summary:Full-time role starting pay $18.50 per hour; Sunday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm; high school diploma required.
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*Starting pay is $18.50 / hour!
*This is a full time position offering a Sunday-Thursday schedule, 8:30am-5:00pm.

The Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant will engage residents in daily programming and entertainment. Assists the Director in the creation of activities designed to meet the individualized needs of our residents. Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role. 

Working at Artis Senior Living, you'll play an integral role on a dynamic team helping people living with dementia achieve the essential human needs of purpose, belonging and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life - we call this act of service "Honoring Yesterday & Celebrating Today." We like to think that Artis associates are the most thoughtful people on the planet, so in return - they deserve to feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We truly look forward to you being part of the Artis family!   We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company.

The Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant will:

  • Create and develop programs that meet the individualized needs of the resident population at the community.
  • Brainstorm event ideas using Partnership Profiles.
  • Set up and break down needed materials before and after programs.
  • Assist in resident outings,
  • Track resident attendance and participation.
  • Communicate with DLE for needed activity supplies.
  • Utilize the Partnership Profile to develop appropriate programs of interest to the residents.
  • Utilize the associate Partnership Profile to involve associates in programs of interest and to enhance the monthly calendar.
  • Demonstrate the company philosophy of Positive Partnerships the ARTIS Way.
  • Provides information to the Director of Life Enrichment regarding the resident engagement in order to assist with the development of a personalized care plan.
  • Maintain communication with family members regarding level of participation in programs.

Educational Requirements:

  • Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.