Job Description

Life Enrichment Assistant - Memory Care - Washington, UT

Schedule: Part-time with weekend availability Needed (potential to grow to Full-time)

Location: Ovation Sienna Hills | 1525 East Ovation Place, Washington, UT 84780

Apply online at https://teamavamere.com/

At Ovation at Sienna Hills, we believe life should be lived with purpose, joy, and meaningful connection at every stage. As a Life Enrichment Assistant, you will play a key role in creating engaging, resident-centered activities that enhance daily life and foster a strong sense of community. This position supports the Life Enrichment Director in planning and facilitating programs that promote social interaction, physical movement, creativity, and emotional well-being—while building genuine relationships with residents and contributing to a warm, vibrant environment where everyone feels valued.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in Planning, organizing, and implementing the activity programs for the designated property. May be specifically for a Memory Care, Assisted Living or Independent Living
• Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing all volunteers and ensure volunteers are screened and supervised according to Ovation policy.
• Assist to Develop and distribute monthly activities calendar and newsletter for residents and family members. Post activities calendar in public area.
• Coordinate and schedule outside vendors and presenters and ensure that their material is appropriate; and the form of presenting is appropriate
• Participate in community event planning with marketing staff.
• Arrange transportation for events, activities, and outings. May assist the concierge with doctors’ appointments when necessary.
• Ensure proper transportation for resident activities. Including driving Ovation vehicles and participating in required orientation and on-going training for safe driving
• Interview residents or family members to obtain activity suggestions as directed by the LED.
• Review all resident care plans on a quarterly basis for accuracy regarding the activities department and to recognize the ability and needs of the residents as directed by the LED.
• Make routine visits to residents and provide one-on-one visits to those residents who may not participate in regular activities
• Monitor staff to assure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies
• Report known or suspected incidents of fraud, waste and/or abuse to the Executive Director.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information
• Always Promote the company in a positive manner
• Adhere to all standards in employee handbook (cell phones, computer use, dress code, etc.)
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the Community
• Other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Administrator

Qualifications:

• Must possess, as a minimum, high school diploma. Higher education experience preferred but not necessary
• Must have, as a minimum, two (2) years’ experience in a social or recreation program or have similar amount of experience working in a health care setting
• Service-related experience preferred
• Must be 25 years or older to drive company vehicle
• Must have a valid driver's license in this state with a clean driving record

Benefits:

At Ovation, we believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day.

Employees are Benefits-eligible at 30+ hours/week. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following hire

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Regence medical plans (PPO & HDHP), Delta Dental (with orthodontia), and VSP vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance (Canopy)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Flexible PTO program combining vacation, sick, and holiday time
• Paid Holidays – Six recognized holidays, with premium pay for eligible hourly employees
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Available after 90 days, with discretionary employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Employer contributes up to $600/year for HDHP participants
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Limited, Dependent Care, and Commuter options
• Supplemental Insurance Options – Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life & Disability (Sun Life)
• Legal Insurance – Affordable access to legal support for common life needs
• Pet Insurance – Discounted plans through Wishbone
• Employee Discounts – Savings on travel, entertainment, electronics, fitness & more (Tickets at Work)

Ovation by Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify