Activity/Programming Associate - Memory Care Community (La Jolla)

Activity Assistant GENERAL PURPOSE The Life Enrichment Associate Assists with the planning and implementation of resident activity programs on a daily basis.
This includes, but is not limited to, creating monthly activity calendars and resident bios, escorting residents on outings, and assisting with meal time.
The Life Enrichment associate creates moments of joy for individuals with cognitive decline.
The life enrichment associate contributes ideas and implements programming for creative outings, sensory stimulation, physical activity, and other activities necessary for a complete and engaging lifestyle.
Qualifications: •Education: High school diploma, GED or educational equivalent required.
•Experience: Previous experience working with older adults and/or persons with memory-impairing diseases is desirable.
•Other: Must have valid driver license, good driving record, and current auto insurance.
Ability to read, write and speak English.
Must be comfortable working in an environment with pets and assisting in the care of community pets, including, but not limited to, dogs and cats.
Willing to demonstrate passion and ability to work with people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related disease.
OUR PROMISE Our Associates are: -appreciated, respected, and treated fairly.
-we can work around schedules, school, appointments, another job etc.
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-we NEVER lay-off or cut hours to anyone who wants to work.
-we offer vacation and health benefits to Full Time employees To maintain our world class standard, all offers of employment with Monarch Cottage are contingent upon a satisfactory background check as well as drug screening, a physical and TB testing.