Life Enrichment Aide
Core
Implements and evaluates individual and group recreation programs to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual needs of long-term care residents.
Role type
Life Enrichment Aide (Recreation Program Implementation)
Builds
Monthly recreation calendars, activity programs, and special occasion events for residents
Domain
Long-term care / Senior living / Therapeutic recreation
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Program implementation and evaluation, resident safety monitoring, activity area setup and cleanup, resident transportation, interdisciplinary care conference participation, record maintenance, volunteer oversight, dining assistance, incident reporting, in-service training completion
Preferred skills
Post-secondary diploma in recreation, leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, or gerontology
Technologies
MDS, RAP, Care Plans
Responsibilities
Create monthly program calendars; transport residents to/from programs; monitor resident behavior and condition during activities; assist with dining and 1-1 supervision; document progress notes and attendance; oversee volunteers; adhere to infection control and safety policies
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
