Life Enrichment Assistant / Bus Driver
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day shift, Various schedule, Weekend availability
Location: Avamere at Rio Rancho- 1000 Riverview Drive SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Apply at www.TeamAvamere.com
Job Summary
The Life Enrichment Assistant is responsible for assisting the Life Enrichment Director in planning, organizing, and implementing life enrichment, events and activities for residents, aiming to enhance their well-being and engagement as required for an independent living, assisted living and/or memory care community.
Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities
Activity Planning & Implementation:
- Assist in developing and implementing a diverse range of activities, including games, exercise programs, arts and crafts, music sessions, and social events.
- Create activity schedules and calendars, ensuring a variety of options to cater to different interests and abilities.
- Prepare activity areas, gather necessary supplies, and ensure a safe and enjoyable environment.
Resident Engagement:
- Lead group activities and engage residents in one-on-one interactions.
- Encourage participation in activities and provide support to residents who may need assistance.
- Observe residents' responses to activities and report any changes in their needs or behavior to the appropriate personnel.
Documentation & Communication:
- Maintain records of resident participation in activities, including attendance and feedback.
- Communicate with other staff members, volunteers, and families to coordinate activities and ensure resident needs are met.
Other Duties:
- Transport residents to and from activities as needed.
- Assist with setup and cleanup of activity areas.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
- Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Performs all other duties as assigned. Gently assist passengers in an out of seats and vehicle, operate ramps, lifts and securement devices.
- Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient rout service for residents.
- Maintain defensive driving.
- Keep vehicles clean inside and out, perform and schedule minor vehicle maintenance as needed.
- Maintain accurate, up to date records on trip sheets, fuel purchases, incidents, accidents, and vehicle condition reports.
Requirements
Requirements and Qualifications
- Prefer experience in long-term care, geriatric rehab, sub-acute and or critical care clinical setting.
- Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
- Must hold an active and unencumbered Driver’s License.
- Experience with volunteer work and or activities work with the geriatric population.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Creative, flexible, patient and empathy working with the geriatric population.
- Able to make responsible choices and decisions, and act in a resident’s best interest.
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.
Benefits
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.
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.- Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
- Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services.
Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.