James L. West Center for Dementia Care

LIFE ENRICHMENT AIDE

James L. West Center for Dementia Care  •  Fort Worth, TX (Onsite)  •  16 days ago
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Job Description

Job Location: The West Center - Fort Worth, TX 76102
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: High School
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Health CareJames L. West offers specialized, compassionate, and life-enhancing care at every stage of Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or memory loss. The not-for-profit James L. West participates in Alzheimer's research and training and it offers a day program, community education and outreach, and mentoring and training to the medical and healthcare communities.
JOB SUMMARY
The Life Enrichment Aide helps to engage dementia residents in enjoyable activities, providing stimulation and socialization. This is a full-time position. The typical shift is 9:00am-6:00pm Monday - Friday.
PERSONAL SKILLS AND TRAITS DESIRED
Good verbal and written communication skills
Evidence of effective problem resolution skills
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
Ability to be organized and efficient
Ability and willingness to act as a role model in conduct and appearance
Resourcefulness
Willingness to consider the advice and opinions of others
Ability to make decisions and accept responsibility for the consequences
Ability to meet deadlines
Basic computer skills
Do you enjoy working with the elderly? Are you creative? Do you have previous experience creating engaging age-appropriate activities? Apply Now!
Full-time employees have access to a wide range of benefits. Meaningful work where you can make a difference as well as benefits that support your life. Apply today!

QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED. Passion for working with the elderly. Desire to help others.
James L. West Center for Dementia Care

About James L. West Center for Dementia Care

The James L. West Alzheimer’s Center is a not-for-profit organization founded on the love and compassion of Eunice P. West, who witnessed the devastating effects of Alzheimer’s disease on her husband, Fort Worth business leader and philanthropist, James L. West. The West Center has been a pioneer from inception and is one of only a few comprehensive nonprofit Alzheimer's Centers of its kind nationwide. In addition to providing dignified and considerate care to those who live with Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias, the West Center also offers a variety of programs for those who care for loved ones living with the disease.

The James L. West Alzheimer's Center is also home to a senior adult day program that offers day time relief to caregivers who work outside of the home or need time to rest or run errands. The program allows socialization in a safe environment, where participants are cared for while their loved ones are away.

The concept that every phase of life is an opportunity to grow and learn new things, uniquely positions the West Center to serve as a community resource for research, education and training. Our affiliations with medical schools, nursing schools and even high schools have resulted in many medical professionals entering their fields with a healthy perspective on the complexities of caring for the aged.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Fort Worth, TX
Year Founded
1993
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