Life Engagement Partner - Full Time

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Job description

Overview:

Life Engagement Partner

RiverWoods is currently hiring for a full time, 32 hour a week, Activities Assistant, what we call a Life Engagement Partner. You will work with our residents towards leading a more active lifestyle and engage in programs and fun here at our campus. The ideal candidate will have a background in Fitness and/or Horticulture and other areas and have a passion for working with people. This is a full time 32-hour-a-week position with a 2-week rotating schedule, Wednesday through Saturday one week and Tuesday through Friday the next; standard hours are 8:30am-5:00pm during the week with an option to work a shorter Saturday shift 9am-3:30pm

We are looking for team members who will bring their best selves and specialty skills to our organization. Along with a "can do" attitude, we anticipate you being able to pivot and fill whatever role is needed to create a safe and caring environment for our residents and fellow teammates. In return, you will experience first-hand our commitment to your safety, creating meaningful work, and surpassing your job expectations while maintaining community and peace of mind.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay!
• Medical and Dental Insurance, within 30 days of starting employment
• 403(b) Retirement plan with a company match
• Earned Time off, start at 15 days
• 6 Paid Holidays, 4 Personal Days
• Wellness Programs
• Get paid daily! We've partnered with DailyPay, so you can work today and get paid tomorrow.
• On-site fitness opportunities
• Employee meal program
• Education assistance

Responsibilities:

This position will assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreational, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual programs, in accordance with the resident's assessment and care plan, as may be directed by Life Engagement Managers.

• Provides quality customer service with a positive attitude and commitment to teamwork while meeting the needs of residents, staff and visitors. Supports all aspects of the RiverWoods community.
• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing and evaluating the activities program of the facility. Implement activity procedures as directed by the Life Engagement Manager by creating decorations, setting up necessary equipment and crafts, escorting residents to and from activity areas, and awarding prizes, assist in scheduling residents for activities, supervise activities as necessary.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities, promote conversations with residents on a regular basis, routinely visit residents, conduct individual and/or group activities to encourage purpose and meaning in the lives of the residents.
• Participate in a quality assurance program for the activity department, as requested; participate in facility surveys (inspections) conducted by authorized government agencies as necessary.
• Prior experience in group exercise, wellness programs, or fitness instruction preferred.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds regularly.
• Must be able to assist with moving or repositioning equipment or materials as needed.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma required. Continued education in related field preferred but not required

Minimum of 2 years' experience in healthcare or related field

CPR preferred, but not required

A resume is not required to apply. For assistance with your application call or email directly.

RiverWoods Group: Northern New England's Largest Family of CCRCs

Three Communities, One Philosophy: Providing Community and Peace of Mind

Since 1994, every day we honor our founding premise: we are here to make things better. Everyone who works here, who serves on our board, who comes to live at one of our communities is connected to this concept. We are about making things better for people, every day. We believe that growing older should enhance, not diminish, the opportunity for a productive and rewarding life.

Each member of our team plays a critical role in achieving our mission: to create community and provide peace of mind to our residents. At RiverWoods, you will have the opportunity to work in a bright, attractive and vibrant community and enjoy a thriving long-term career.

If you're looking for work that has meaning, purpose, and a future - then RiverWoods is for you.

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