Life Enrichment Leader (Activities Assistant)

At Cascades Verdae, we're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work®, and we believe that our success begins with one simple principle : People First. We are a luxury senior living company that is driven by compassion, respect, and dedication to making interactions meaningful. Our culture fosters growth, teamwork,& a genuine commitment to enriching the lives of our residents & team members. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in an environment where you’re valued and supported, we invite you to be part of a company that truly puts people at the heart of everything we do. Now accepting applications for a FT Life Enrichment Leader (Activities Assistant) to plan & implement daily activities for our Independent Living members and other areas when needed. Being creative and enjoy decorating for big events is a must! This position requires a varied work schedule that may include some weekends, evenings, and holidays. Experience in senior living preferred. We look forward to meeting you soon! Interviews offered daily!

POSITION SUMMARY : Creates, markets, and leads spiritual, physical, intellectual, cultural, and emotional events and programs to foster a Weller lifestyle tailored to the needs and interests of a diverse resident population. Sets a leadership example for others to follow by empowering older adults in independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing environments to live life to the fullest.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Engages residents in Weller Life opportunities through formal activities and informal interactions.
• Plans and facilitates spiritual, physical, intellectual, cultural, and emotional programming for residents that is consistent with SLC standards and focused on residents’ unique needs and interests.
• Continuously gauges resident’s interests, hobbies, preferences, curiosities and needs; creates and continuously updates a diverse and stimulating menu of programming activities and events accordingly.
• Seeks out and fosters partnerships with local organizations, non-profit groups, educational institutions, and others to identify opportunities for residents to share their talents through volunteerism and to bring outside talents into the community.
• Creates and publishes a variety of professional written communications to promote programs, educate residents and families, and share examples of Weller Life in the community.
• Monitors resident participation in programs to evaluate their appeal and increase participation; adjusts calendar or events accordingly.
• Stays abreast of active aging and generational trends in order to continuously enhance Weller Life initiatives; shares relevant information with peers and community staff to increase awareness and support professional development.
• Shares successful activity blueprints with team residents and participates in best practices calls.
• Partners with team, residents and home office staff to deliver engaging and informative orientation and in-service training programs.
• May participate in award winning WAVES pool program.
• May run family support groups.
• Participates and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Enters assessments into company software as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES : To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Technical Skills – Individual must demonstrate current and ongoing competence in tasks assigned which indicates a specialized skill in this area above and beyond the average.

Communication – Demonstrates an ability to effectively and regularly transfer information to necessary parties to improve the quality of her work and to provide her supervisor with actionable, accurate data. Demonstrates ability to use computer and Microsoft Office along with other company software.

Initiative – Is self-motivated and personally competitive. Wants to achieve for the good of the Company and her team. Seeks additional work when they have capacity. Demonstrates an ability and desire to bring new ideas and solutions to their supervisor on an ongoing basis.

Flexibility – The ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions. The ability to navigate obstacles with ease and professionalism.

Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to ideas and tries new things

Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; encourages others and asks for help when needed. Exhibits patience and compassion.

Professionalism – Ensures product is delivered on time and is of the highest quality. Assumes responsibility for mistakes. Presents themselves in a manner which enhances the brand image. Understands that no information is truly private and conducts online or social networking activities accordingly.

Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works ethically with integrity; upholds the Company’s Guiding Principles :

o People First, Always

o We Exist to Serve our Residents

o We Have a Responsibility to be Full

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

TRAVEL : Local and out of state travel, including overnight stays, may be required from time to time to attend conferences, training, meetings, and professional development programs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :