Life Enrichment (Activities) Assistant

Legend Senior Living is a respected family-owned company celebrating over 30 years of dedication to providing high-quality senior living experiences. Recognized as a certified Great Place To Work for eight consecutive years, Legend Senior Living continually expands its footprint by adding multiple new properties each year. This growing organization has earned numerous accolades, including Best of Senior Living Award and recognition for Innovative Programming in Senior Living. The company is deeply committed to fostering an elegant and supportive community where residents receive the highest standards of service, care, and environment. This commitment includes promoting holistic wellness, maintaining Gold Leaf Dining standards, and delivering vibrant life enrichment activities that enhance the quality of life for all residents.

The Life Enrichment (Activities) Assistant plays a vital role within the Life Enrichment team, helping to plan, coordinate, and implement engaging activities designed to meet the diverse needs and preferences of senior residents. The role supports the creation of an enriching environment by assisting in the development of calendars, budgeting for activities, coordinating with outside organizations for special events, and ensuring smooth setup and cleanup. The assistant is responsible for providing oversight of specific life enrichment components such as Memory Care or specialized activity areas, contributing to the dynamic life enrichment offerings available to residents.

An essential part of this position involves coordinating transportation for residents attending outside events, which includes driving company vehicles when necessary. Strong communication skills are vital, as the Life Enrichment (Activities) Assistant interacts closely with residents and staff to ensure activities run effectively and safely. This role requires adherence to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines to maintain a secure and positive environment for residents and associates alike.

Legend Senior Living values its associates by offering significant support programs including work friend trainers, employee assistance programs, crisis care assistance, paid-time-off donations, continuing education opportunities, and family member discounts. The company emphasizes associate growth with competitive pay, annual performance evaluations, and opportunities for internal promotions. The Life Enrichment (Activities) Assistant position may include working evenings and weekends to accommodate resident schedules and event timing.

This role requires a candidate who is at least 25 years old with a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record in order to meet company insurance requirements. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds throughout shifts. Preferred qualifications include experience working with seniors, event planning, lesson planning, or demonstrated creative skills, which contribute to delivering meaningful and enjoyable activities that enrich resident lives. As a drug-free workplace, Legend Senior Living conducts drug screenings as needed to ensure a safe and responsible workplace.