**Overview** + **_Ebenezer offers a robust compensation package with excellent benefits and wages ranging from $16 - $21 / hour. Wage determinations will be based on similar experience_** We are looking for a **Life Enrichment Assistant** to join our team in Fridley, MN! This position assists the Life Enrichment Director with planning, implementing, and evaluating the life enrichment programming which provides for the optimization of resident physical, psychosocial, spiritual and cognitive well-being. Life Enrichment Assistants help bring to life Ebenezer's cornerstones: Life Long Learning, Dimensions Program for Dementia Care, Crafted Culinary, Spiritual Care, Wellness and Intergenerational Programming. This activities assistant schedule includes; + 36 hours every two weeks + Part time, Day/Early Evening shifts + Includes every other weekend and holiday roation + Partial Benefit Eligible: (paid time off, matching retirement monies, Cash Out Wages Before Payday with our New Benefit of Early Wage Access!) https://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits **Willows Bend Senior Living** offers 136 beautifully designed apartment homes and amenities that encourage an engaging, active lifestyle for older adults, which comes with the peace of mind knowing supportive services and care by Ebenezer is available should your needs change. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care.  Located along bustling University Ave in Fridley, MN near 694 interchange and adjacent to the M Health Fairview Fridley Clinic, getting to work couldn’t be easier due to the convenience of being located right on the bus line and near the Northstar light rail station! Willows Bend Senior Living is developed by Ivy Properties and United Properties, and is managed by Ebenezer, an experienced provider of residential and health care environments since 1917. **_Ebenezer Senior Living_** _is proud be voted 2024 Star Tribune Top Work Place, and has received this honor fifteen years in a row. We're an established organization with over 100 years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to support your growth, honor your strengths and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others._ **Responsibilities/Job Description** + Assists with life enrichment programs and activities + Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents + Other duties as assigned and directed **Qualifications** **Required:** + Solid understanding of basic Microsoft /computer programs + Ability to interact effectively and compassionately with senior living residents/tenants + Must have good communication and social skills + Must be comfortable leading activities with older residents **Preferred:** + High School Diploma or GED preferred, but willing to consider others with the right skills and/or previous related work experience + One to three years previous experience either; working with older adults, leading activities, or working in a therapy or recreation role preferred or having formal related education + Preference is given to candidates with previous experience with memory loss care + Work experience in a customer service setting **Need help finding the right job?** We can recommend jobs specifically for you! As part of Fairview Health Services, Ebenezer is driven to heal, discover and educate for longer, healthier and meaningful lives for seniors. Ebenezer’s almost 4,000 employees work as a team to provide the highest quality care to those we serve. Our employees don’t work simply to collect a paycheck; they truly work to make a difference in the lives of older adults in their communities. A culture of caring for others is grounded in our values of Dignity, Integrity, Service, Compassion and Innovation. We are located in Minnesota, Florida, Iowa, Nebraska and Wisconsin hosting a variety of community settings such as; Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory, Transitional and Long term Care. Additionally we offer Adult and Intergenerational Day programs, Community-based services, Management and Consulting Services and The Ebenezer Foundation. Because of our size, variety of community settings, and our partnership with Fairview Health Services https://www.fairview.org we can offer opportunities for career growth and reinvention. If you share our commitment to quality care for older adults, there’s a place for you at Ebenezer! _EEO/AA Employer/Vet/DisabledAll qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status._ **Job Locations** _US-MN-Fridley_ **Requisition ID** _2024-140482_ **Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date** _2 months ago_ _(11/25/2024 12:14 PM)_ **Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date** _Support & Facility Services_ **Community** _Willows Bend_ **Shift** _day/evening_ **Hours per 2 weeks** _36_ **Department** _Life Enrichment_