Life Enrichment Assistant

The Life Enrichment Assistant (LEA) plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences that support the whole-person well-being of residents across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. This position partners with the Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan, implement, and support programs that foster purpose, connection, engagement, and joy in daily living.

At Peaceful Pines Senior Living, Living Life Together means recognizing that every resident has a unique story, interests, abilities, and sources of meaning. The Life Enrichment Assistant helps residents continue to grow, connect, contribute, and experience life in ways that honor their individuality and personal preferences.

Through creativity, relationship-building, and compassionate engagement, the Life Enrichment Assistant helps create a vibrant community where residents feel valued, connected, inspired, and empowered to live fully.

• Support the implementation of a robust life enrichment program that promotes physical, emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual, and recreational well-being.
• Follow and support the monthly activity calendar as developed by the LEC.
• Encourage resident participation through personal invitations, relationship‑building, and individualized engagement.
• Create opportunities for residents to experience purpose, connection, and joy.
• Foster an environment where residents feel welcomed and supported regardless of abilities or participation level.
• Recognize and respect residents' preferences, interests, cultural backgrounds, life experiences, and personal choices.
• Support celebrating resident birthdays, holidays, milestones, and special occasions.
• Reinforce that meaningful engagement is an essential component of overall wellness and quality of life.

• Assist with resident assessments related to interests, preferences, strengths, and goals.
• Support one-to-one engagement programs for residents who may not regularly participate in group activities.
• Help connect residents to programs and experiences that reflect their interests and abilities.
• Assist new residents in becoming familiar with activities, community life, & fellow residents.
• Observe resident participation, mood, and engagement, and communicate relevant observations to the Life Enrichment Coordinator and care team.
• Adapt activities to promote successful participation and positive experiences.

• Facilitate and participate in group activities, outings, educational programs, social opportunities, fitness programs, and special events.
• Assist in organizing and implementing community celebrations and themed events.
• Support outings that encourage socialization, learning, and community connection.
• Help maintain activity supplies, preparation materials, and program resources.
• Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and organization of activity spaces.
• Assist residents during programs and outings to ensure safety, comfort, and engagement.

• Promote meaningful connections between residents, families, schools, volunteer organizations, faith communities, and local community groups.
• Support the development and coordination of volunteer opportunities alongside the Life Enrichment Coordinator.
• Help create opportunities for intergenerational engagement and community involvement.
• Encourage family participation in resident programs and special events.
• Foster relationships that strengthen community connections and enrich residents' lives.

• Assist with transportation needs for community outings and special events as assigned.
• Safely operate community…