Activities (Lifestyles) Assistant - Memory Support (PRN)

• PRN Weekend

About The Legacy Difference

From one generation to the next, The Legacy Senior Communities has been here to care for our Jewish seniors. Today, the not-for-profit LSC remains steadfast to its Jewish values, but has evolved to serve Dallas seniors of all faiths. Through strong leadership and innovation, LSC is committed to meeting the changing needs of seniors and their families and offers a full continuum of care: independent living, assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing and rehab, in-home care, and hospice.

Our Values

Excellence is an ongoing process, and we pledge to invest in the pursuit of excellence in care, practice, and facilities so that the residents and clients, their families, and our team members experience outstanding quality and service in their interactions with us.

Compassionate Care goes beyond treatment and proficiency to the heart of our mission and devote ourselves to caring for and about our residents and clients, their families, and our team members with empathy, warmth, and respect.

Integrity is vital to creating and maintaining authentic relationships. We commit to the alignment and transparency of our words, behaviors, and actions across our organization.

Jewish Values & Culture are inherent in everything we do. Respect, dignity, mindfulness, and generosity are hallmarks of Jewish values, and we dedicate ourselves to nurturing meaningful relationships, aligning with Jewish culture and traditions throughout our communities.

About the Role

The Lifestyles Assistant Assists with the development and implementation of programs that provide opportunities for residents to participate in events that maintain optimal levels of mental, physical, and social well-being.

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Personally and through interview of staff members, evaluates the interest and abilities of residents and works with Lifestyle Coordinator to plan appropriate activities in terms of interest, needs and available personnel.
• Evaluates programming quality and participation on an ongoing basis through surveys and direct interaction with residents and families. Encourages participation in resident council.
• Communicates with the Lifestyle Coordinator on a regular basis to inform, exchange ideas, coordinate services and discuss format for individual and group programming. Also shares insight, information and reports responses and/or progress regarding residents on a need-to-know basis, maintaining confidentiality.
• Carries out large, small, and one-to-one events for the purpose of providing any and all of the following: a friendly visitor; sensory stimulation; reality orientation; cognitive stimulation. Informs residents and staff to changes in scheduled programming in a timely manner. Arranges transportation for events.
• Recognizes signs and symptoms which signify a change in condition that require nursing intervention and reports these changes to the appropriate channels. Shares resident information with staff on a need-to-know basis. Remains alert for conditions that threaten the safety and well being of staff and residents. Reports hazardous conditions to appropriate channels.
• Shares pertinent information with staff and volunteers on need-to-know basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of experience working with seniors and/or cognitively-impaired persons.

We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance incentives

• Comprehensive Medical and Dental coverage for you and your family (FTE)

• Paid time off accrual from Day 1 (FTE)

• Build your future with a 403(b)-retirement plan

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The Legacy Senior Communities is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

I-9 and E-Verify Compliance

Employment eligibility will be verified through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system. All applicants must provide valid documentation to establish identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by federal law.