Enr. Associate, MKV

Maple Knoll Village, a continuing care retirement community located in Cincinnati, OH is currently seeking a creative, compassionate, and energeticLife Enrichment Associate to join our team and help enhance the daily experiences of our residents. We are seeking candidates for both fulltime (5 days per week) and part-time positions (3 days per week). The hours for this position are 10a-6p, the ideal candidate must have some flexibility to work varied hours, some evenings, weekends (every other), and holidays.

The pay range for this position is $15.50- $18.25.

As a Life Enrichment Associate, you will be responsible for planning and leading engaging programs and activities that promote social interaction, mental stimulation, physical well-being, and overall quality of life for our residents. You will work as part of a dedicated team to ensure that residents remain active, involved, and connected.

As a Life Enrichment Associate you will:

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing a diverse calendar of events, including recreational, educational, cultural, and spiritual activities.
• Encourage resident participation and tailor activities to meet their individual interests and needs, including both group and one to one program
• Foster a positive, engaging environment that promotes social interaction and emotional wellness.
• Assist with outings, special events, and holiday celebrations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of resident leisure and participation.
• Collaborate with nursing and therapy staff to support individualized care plans.
• Previous experience in a long-term care or senior living environment is a plus
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• A warm, enthusiastic, and empathetic approach to engaging with older adults
• Work well both independently and as a team (group activities, creating monthly calendar, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

MEPAP
-part one

Associate degree or background in one or more of the following:

Art or Creative Arts

Therapeutic recreation

Social Work

Psychology or Sociology

Gerontology

Nursing (STNA or CNA certificate is also a plus)

Benefits:
Benefits will begin after 30 days of employment! Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401k with a guaranteed match up to 5%. Some additional voluntary benefits, short- and long-term disability are also available.

Maple Knoll Communities is an equal opportunity employer. EOE

Equal Opportunity Employer
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