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Life Enrichment Assistant/Activities Assistant - Memory Care

Otterbein SeniorLife

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Location
Sylvania, OH
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

90-Hour Activity Training CertificateCOTAAssociate's degreeCurrent Ohio Driver's License

Job overview

The Life Enrichment Assistant for Memory Care plans and implements cultural, educational, and leisure activities, outings, and special events. The role also assists with resident transports and develops the monthly activity calendar. It plans learning opportunities and trips for independent living residents, and offers educational programs that may involve presenting to residents.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Activity PlanningEvent PlanningMultitaskingIndependent WorkComputer LiteracyLearning SoftwareCommunicationEngaging Older Adults

Qualifications

Associate's in Gerontology or Related FieldBachelor's Degree90-Hour Activity Training CertificateCOTACurrent Ohio Driver's LicenseGood Driving RecordInsurable1 Year Activities ExperienceFlexible Schedule

Full job description

Overview

The Life Enrichment Assistant for Memory Care is responsible for planning and implementing a variety of cultural, educational and leisure activities, outings and special events, assisting resident transports, and developing the monthly activity calendar.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate activities

• Plan Lifelong Learning opportunities for independent living residents on campus as well as trips to other venues.

• Plan off campus trips for independent living residents (day trips, overnight trips, multiple day trips).

• Must be able to independently to offer educational opportunities for residents which may involve presenting the programs.

Qualifications

  • Education: Associates degree in gerontology or related field, Bachelor’s degree preferred

  • Licensure/Certification: A minimum of a 90-hour Activity Training Certificate; COTA; Must have a current Ohio Driver’s License. Must have a good driving record and be insurable

  • Experience: A minimum of 1 year experience in activities/programs/event planning. Must be able to multi-task and work independently. Must be computer literate with ability to learn new software programs. Excellent communication skills to work with persons of all levels of background and education as well as persons with cognitive and physical limitations. Must be able to engage older adults in programs that enhance their quality of life

  • Must have a flexible schedule for some evening and weekend activities

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