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Life Enrichment Assistant (Full-Time)
full-timeNewtown Township

Summary

Location

Newtown Township

Type

full-time

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About this role

Chandler Hall, a non-profit, Quaker facility, provides high-quality care for older adults in Newtown, Bucks County, and offers a wide spectrum of services for individuals at all stages of the aging process including Community Living, Personal Care, Residential Hospice, Home Hospice, Independent Living, Respite Care, and Skilled Nursing Care. We are currently seeking a caring and compassionate, full-time, Life Enrichment Activity Assistant to:
  • Plan, develop, organize, and implement new and existing programs, events, and activities that enhance self-esteem, and psychosocial well-being, and maintain or improve physical and mental ability based on resident preferences.
  • Plan and facilitate monthly off-campus trips based on resident preferences.  Accompany residents on outings.
  • Help residents maintain their highest level of functioning by presenting appropriate activity programs according to residents’ physical capacity, cognitive function, and interest.  Provide one on one activities, as necessary.
  • Motivate residents to take an interest in their life and community by investigating alternative methods of activities, resident hobbies, and community interests.
  • Facilitate and implement small group activities based on resident preferences and choices.
  • Prepare for the activity program by assuring all supplies are available, and the room is reserved and ready for use.
  • Assist with planning and implementing campus-wide activities, programs, and events.
  • Keep bulletin boards current and appropriately decorated.
  • Responsible for creating and developing the monthly calendar and all appropriate flyers.  Assists in the production of other publications as requested.
  • Decorate the campus based on the seasons, holidays, and/or events.
  • Deliver mail and other items to residents in a timely manner.  Open and read mail to residents upon request.
  • Responsible for scheduling, attending, and all record-keeping requirements of the Resident Council.
  • Attends, when necessary, resident care plan meetings.  Provide documentation about resident preferences and participation during the meeting and/or as requested.
  • Maintains an Independent Activity Pursuit Area for individual resident pursuit.
  • Promptly completes all required documentation and paperwork including but not limited to:

              Assessment

              MDS (if appropriate)

              Progress notes

              Participation record

              Transportation requirements 

              Resident Council Minutes

  • Maintain a resource file containing information and evaluation of activities, programs, entertainers, and trips that can be or have been utilized in the facility.
  • Serve on, participate in, and attend committees of the facility as required, and appointed by the Life Enrichment Director.  Provide written and/or oral reports of these committees as required.  
  • Encourage and support teamwork throughout the department and campus.


Full-time schedule:


Monday – Off

Tuesday – 11:30 AM – 8 PM

Wednesday – 9:30 AM – 6 PM

Thursday – 9:30 AM - 6 PM

Friday - 9:30AM – 6 PM

Saturday - 9:30 AM - 6 PM

Sunday - Off

Required to work some holidays 


We offer a competitive benefits package along with various others benefits because we give, share, and respect the things that we value!

  1. Paid introductory and ongoing training.
  2. Free gym membership
  3. Competitive 401K plan
  4. Low-cost employee meal plan at employee café 
  5. Employee Assistance Program 
  6. No-cost annual flu shots.

 Education, Experience, and Competencies

  • Previous experience preferred. 
  • Strong supervisory skills, interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Judgement and decision-making skills. 
  • High School diploma required


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Other facts

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Planning,Organizing,Implementing,Communication,Interpersonal Skills,Judgment,Decision-Making,Motivation,Teamwork,Documentation,Activity Facilitation,Resident Engagement,Event Coordination,Resource Management,Supervisory Skills,Creativity

About Chandler Hall Health Svcs

Chandler Hall is a non-profit Quaker-based continuing care senior living community in Newtown, PA, dedicated to helping our residents and their families navigate the Journey of Aging. We stand out by offering a comprehensive range of care levels, including independent, personal, memory, skilled, palliative, and hospice care, all provided by our compassionate staff.

Since 1973, Chandler Hall has provided high-quality care for older adults in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Founded as a 55-bed nursing home, Chandler Hall now offers a broad spectrum of services for individuals at all stages of the aging process. Find these care levels at Chandler Hall: Independent Living, Personal Care, Memory Support, Respite Care, Long-Term Skilled Nursing and short-term Term Rehabilitation, Hospice Services, and community-based Palliative Care – we will be your partner along the way.

Our beautiful 13-acre campus accommodates 173 long-term residents. Chandler Hall employs over 250 dedicated staff members, with the support of more than 50 regular volunteers. Additional volunteers from local schools, religious organizations, service groups, and corporations join in.

Our Community-Based Hospice and Palliative Care Teams serve clients in Bucks County, parts of Montgomery County, and greater Northeastern Philadelphia.

Serving Bucks County, PA for 50 years.

Team size: 201-500 employees
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1973

What you'll do

  • The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for planning and implementing programs and activities that enhance residents' well-being and engagement. This includes facilitating off-campus trips, maintaining activity supplies, and documenting resident participation.

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What does a Life Enrichment Assistant (Full-Time) do at Chandler Hall Health Svcs?

As a Life Enrichment Assistant (Full-Time) at Chandler Hall Health Svcs, you will: the Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for planning and implementing programs and activities that enhance residents' well-being and engagement. This includes facilitating off-campus trips, maintaining activity supplies, and documenting resident participation..

Why join Chandler Hall Health Svcs as a Life Enrichment Assistant (Full-Time)?

Chandler Hall Health Svcs is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

Is the Life Enrichment Assistant (Full-Time) position at Chandler Hall Health Svcs remote?

The Life Enrichment Assistant (Full-Time) position at Chandler Hall Health Svcs is based in Newtown Township, Pennsylvania, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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