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Life Enrichment Assistant jobs are open across senior living, memory care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities, from entry-level to experienced lead roles, with specializations in dementia care programming, recreational therapy support, and therapeutic activities coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This is a Full Time/32 hrs per week position.
ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY
Timber Hills
Set amidst 25 acres of the historic Korfhage Farm, Timber Hills (formerly Presbyterian Homes of Inver Grove Heights) is surrounded by ponds, wetlands and walking paths. This beautiful community has the look and decor of a Northwoods lodge. Even though it is in downtown Inver Grove Heights it feels like a vacation up north each time you come to work. The Timber Hills community strives to create an environment where employees feel like family.
As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as:
- Off-street parking
- Discounted meals
- Free fitness center access
This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Assisted Living Memory Care
Responsibilities:
Implement assigned activities that help residents achieve “their best day”, filled with a wide variety of meaningful relationships and activities.- Perform assigned work routines and daily assignments to meet the psychosocial and activities needs of residents and the Household, including:
- Participate in Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household daily.
- Assist residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one on one.
- Take residents outdoors or out in the site community.
- Participate in outings and special events.
- Perform miscellaneous tasks as needed for residents such as shopping, running errands, assisting with correspondence, reading/writing letters etc.
- Provide one on one interaction with residents based on preferences.
- Transport residents to other parts of the community.
- High School Diploma (or currently enrolled) or equivalent.
- Class B license or willingness to obtain within six months of hire as designated or required by site.
- Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and good rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
- Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.
- Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
- Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
- Life insurance (AD&D)
- Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
- Holiday pay and extended sick
Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:
- Vision insurance
- Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
- Accident & hospitalization coverage
- Education assistance programs
All employees:
- Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
- Same-day pay
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- College partnership educational discounts
- Access to Learn to Live Resources
PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
This is a Full Time/32 hrs per week position.
ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY
Timber Hills
Set amidst 25 acres of the historic Korfhage Farm, Timber Hills (formerly Presbyterian Homes of Inver Grove Heights) is surrounded by ponds, wetlands and walking paths. This beautiful community has the look and decor of a Northwoods lodge. Even though it is in downtown Inver Grove Heights it feels like a vacation up north each time you come to work. The Timber Hills community strives to create an environment where employees feel like family.
As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as:
- Off-street parking
- Discounted meals
- Free fitness center access
This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Assisted Living Memory Care
Responsibilities:
Implement assigned activities that help residents achieve “their best day”, filled with a wide variety of meaningful relationships and activities.- Perform assigned work routines and daily assignments to meet the psychosocial and activities needs of residents and the Household, including:
- Participate in Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household daily.
- Assist residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one on one.
- Take residents outdoors or out in the site community.
- Participate in outings and special events.
- Perform miscellaneous tasks as needed for residents such as shopping, running errands, assisting with correspondence, reading/writing letters etc.
- Provide one on one interaction with residents based on preferences.
- Transport residents to other parts of the community.
- High School Diploma (or currently enrolled) or equivalent.
- Class B license or willingness to obtain within six months of hire as designated or required by site.
- Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and good rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
- Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.
- Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
- Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
- Life insurance (AD&D)
- Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
- Holiday pay and extended sick
Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:
- Vision insurance
- Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
- Accident & hospitalization coverage
- Education assistance programs
All employees:
- Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
- Same-day pay
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- College partnership educational discounts
- Access to Learn to Live Resources
PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in life enrichment assistant jobs.
- Experience planning and facilitating group and individual recreational or therapeutic activities
- Familiarity with dementia, Alzheimer's, or memory care programming techniques
- Current CPR and first aid certification
- High school diploma or equivalent required, associate or bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation preferred
- Ability to document resident participation and progress in electronic health records
- Knowledge of person-centered care approaches and state activity regulations for long-term care
Tips for Your Life Enrichment Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to activity programming
Hiring managers in senior care scan for specific program types you've run, not just job duties. List recurring activities you led, such as music therapy sessions, reminiscence groups, or sensory programming, so your experience reads as concrete and transferable.
Get your CDP or ADC credential early
Many life enrichment assistant postings list a Certified Dementia Practitioner or Activity Director Certified credential as preferred or required. Earning either before you apply puts you ahead of candidates who list only on-the-job experience and no formal certification.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists life enrichment assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your population specialty
Job listings for memory care units, rehabilitation wings, and independent living communities are written for different skill sets. Search with your population specialty in mind and prioritize openings where your direct experience with that group matches what the employer describes.
Prepare a programming portfolio before interviews
Bring a one-page sample activity calendar or a brief description of a signature program you created. Interviewers in long-term care often ask you to demonstrate planning ability on the spot, and a concrete example answers that question faster than a verbal explanation alone.
Follow up with the activities director directly
Applications in senior care often route through HR, but the hiring decision usually rests with the activities director. After submitting, call or email that person directly to express interest. A brief, specific message about the population or program type you enjoy working with stands out.
Life Enrichment Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most life enrichment assistants?
The most active employers for life enrichment assistants right now are Presbyterian Homes & Services, CHSGa, and Beztak, and the most openings are in Minnesota, Michigan, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional senior living networks and nonprofit continuing care communities tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently throughout the year.
How many life enrichment assistant jobs are remote?
About 0% of life enrichment assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of this role requires in-person presence with residents. Administrative tasks such as activity calendar development, documentation, and program planning coordination are the sub-areas most likely to appear in remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a life enrichment assistant?
Start by gaining hands-on experience in a care setting through volunteer work, a certified nursing assistant role, or a part-time activities aide position. Then pursue a recognized credential such as a Certified Dementia Practitioner designation or an Activity Director Certified credential through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals. Build a portfolio of programs you have planned and led before applying to full life enrichment assistant roles.
Can you get hired as a life enrichment assistant with no experience?
Yes, many facilities hire candidates with no paid experience if they have volunteer hours in senior care, a relevant certification, or a background in education, social work, or the arts. Emphasize any work with older adults, people with disabilities, or youth in group settings. Demonstrating that you can run an engaging group activity often matters more to hiring managers than years of paid employment in the exact role title.
What does the life enrichment assistant interview process look like?
Most life enrichment assistant interviews involve a phone or video screen with HR followed by an in-person meeting with the activities director or department manager. You will likely be asked to describe a program you created, explain how you adapt activities for residents with cognitive or physical limitations, and walk through how you document participation. Some facilities include a brief tour or shadow shift as part of the final stage.
Where can I find and apply to life enrichment assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to life enrichment assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, population specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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