Life Enrichment Assistant (On-Call)

Eskaton is a nonprofit senior services provider serving Northern California's older adults for over 55 years. With over 1,700 employees and 28 communities and services in Northern California, Eskaton is a great company to join and build your career.

Eskaton genuinely cares about the financial security, health and well-being of their staff members. In addition to competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including a 401K retirement fund matching program, Eskaton employees appreciate knowing their work makes a real difference in the community and in the lives they touch.

At Eskaton, being inclusive is one of our core values. This means that we celebrate diversity and equity for all who live and work with us, building a culture of belonging and community across the aging spectrum.

Position Summary:
The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for implementing various social Life Enrichment for the social, physical, and mental welfare of the residents.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $18.50 to $22.75/hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered.

This position is scheduled for Saturdays and may include other shifts as needed.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Assists the Life Enrichment Director in planning, organizing and implementing various Life Enrichment programs.
• Meets the residents' needs and interests, taking into account the abilities and physical limitations of each individual resident.
• Participates in the residents' plan of care and documents residents' specific interests and participation.
• Documents attendance at activities.
• Operates equipment such as VCRs, P.A. systems, projection systems, etc. in an appropriate manner. Maintains those systems in a working manner and provides preventative maintenance as appropriate.
• Works with volunteer staff to ensure smooth operations of Life Enrichment programs.

Qualifications

Education:
High school graduation or equivalent G.E.D.

Training and Experience:
Previous experience working with the elderly in a recreational setting preferred.

Job Knowledge:
Knowledge of Title XXII and OBRA preferred. Understands the aspects of leading an activity.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, COVID test, TB screen test and health screen. All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.