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Artis Senior Living of Potomac

Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant - Full-Time

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $41,600/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Bethesda, MD (Onsite)

Last Updated: 22 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/16/2026

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What they do

A Social or Human Services Assistant assists with identifying and arranging community services for clients. Works with social workers and other human services professionals. Helps with rehabilitation for people with disabilities or those in recovery, or coordinates home care services for the elderly; may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis.

$43,077 / year median in Maryland

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Starting pay is $20 / hour! This is a full-time position offering a daytime shift of 9:30am-5:30pm with every other weekend required! The Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant will engage residents in daily programming and entertainment. Assists the Director in the creation of activities designed to meet the individualized needs of our residents. Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role. Working at Artis Senior Living , you'll play an integral role on a dynamic team helping people living with dementia achieve the essential human needs of purpose, belonging and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life - we call this act of service "Honoring Yesterday & Celebrating Today." We like to think that Artis associates are the most thoughtful people on the planet, so in return - they deserve to feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We truly look forward to you being part of the Artis family! We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company. The Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities Assistant will: Create and develop programs that meet the individualized needs of the resident population at the community. Brainstorm event ideas using Partnership Profiles. Set up and break down needed materials before and after programs. Assist in resident outings, Track resident attendance and participation. Communicate with DLE for needed activity supplies. Utilize the Partnership Profile to develop appropriate programs of interest to the residents. Utilize the associate Partnership Profile to involve associates in programs of interest and to enhance the monthly calendar. Demonstrate the company philosophy of Positive Partnerships the ARTIS Way. Provides information to the Director of Life Enrichment regarding the resident engagement in order to assist with the development of a personalized care plan. Maintain communication with family members regarding level of participation in programs.

Educational Requirements:

Must possess high school diploma or equivalent. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.