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Life Enrichment Assistant
part-time
About this role
Life Enrichment Assistant
Caretta Senior Living – Maplewood, MN
Part-Time | 24 hours per week
Hourly Rate: $18/hour
Caretta Maplewood is a brand-new lease-up community looking for a vibrant, energetic Life Enrichment Assistant to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to help build culture, create meaningful experiences, and make a daily impact in the lives of our residents from day one.
Job Objective
The Life Enrichment Assistant supports the Life Enrichment Director in planning and leading engaging activity programs designed to meet residents’ social, physical, mental, emotional, and sensory needs.
Job Responsibilities
Assist with planning, promoting, and facilitating life enrichment programs and events
Assess residents’ recreational and social needs
Support development of the monthly Activity Calendar
Lead one-on-one, small group, and large group activities
Research and recommend entertainers, educational speakers, and community partners
Assist with coordinating transportation for outings and accompany residents on field trips as assigned
Work cooperatively with volunteers and help direct assignments related to programming
Maintain the community bus interior and exterior; report maintenance needs promptly
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year of activities experience in independent living, assisted living, adult day services, or long-term care preferred
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record to drive 14 passenger bus for outings required
Basic computer skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
Creativity and enthusiasm for developing engaging programs
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to lead individuals and groups with confidence and compassion
Strong work ethic and ability to maintain confidentiality
Physical Requirements
Must be able to frequently:
Stand or sit for extended periods during activities
Bend, squat, push, pull, or lift 10–25 pounds
Use hands and arms for grasping and handling activity supplies
Walk, stoop, lift, and carry items as needed
Communicate clearly and effectively with residents and team members
See and hear sufficiently to follow instructions and engage in group settings
Work Environment
Primarily indoors in a climate-controlled environment
Occasional outdoor work during outings and events in varying seasonal conditions
Join Our Team
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of seniors while helping launch a brand-new community? Come grow with us at Caretta Maplewood.
What you'll do
- The Life Enrichment Assistant supports the Life Enrichment Director in planning and leading engaging activity programs for residents. Responsibilities include assessing residents' needs, facilitating activities, and coordinating outings.
About Great Lakes Mgmt Co
Great Lakes Management (GLM) is a Minnesota-based real estate firm that provides development, property management, marketing, home healthcare and consulting services to property owners and investors. GLM operates an expansive portfolio of multi-family, mixed-use, student housing, senior communities along with a variety of office and retail projects. GLM serves the needs of a diverse group of owners including private investors, institutional & private equity firms, charitable foundations, not-for-profit organizations, Community Development Agencies and Economic Development Authorities.
At GLM we don’t have a job - we have a Mission – to make a positive difference in the lives of others. We are driven by our core values of Accountability, Compassion and Teamwork. We come to work ready to win the day, every day, which creates a dynamic work environment where employees feel empowered to succeed through support, encouragement and opportunity.
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