Wellness and Life Enrichment Assistant

Position Summary

The Life Enrichment & Wellness Assistant plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for patients by planning preparing and leading engaging therapeutic wellness and restorative activities. This position supports patients across cognitive and physical levels with a strong emphasis on dementia care sensory-based programming mobility/exercise activities and meaningful engagement including support with assisted dining when needed.

Hours: M-F

Key Responsibilities

Life Enrichment Wellness & Restorative Programming

• Plan prepare and lead group and individual Life Enrichment activities that support physical cognitive emotional social and spiritual well-being.

• Lead exercise mobility movement and restorative-style activities appropriate to patient abilities.

• Adapt activities for patients with dementia cognitive impairment and hospice-level care using sensory-based approaches.

• Provide individualized 1:1 engagement for patients unable toparticipatein group activities.

Dementia-Focused Engagement

• Work confidently with patients experiencing dementia and cognitive decline.

• Utilize calming and purposeful sensory activities.

• Observe and document patient responses and adjust interventions as needed.

Dining & Daily Support

• Assistwith assisted dining and mealtime engagement.

• Promote dignity independence and socialization during meals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GEDrequired.

• Experience or comfort working with elderly patients including dementia care.

• Creative energetic organized and flexible.

• Ability to lead groups and adapt activities as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 6070 pounds occasionally.

• Stand/walk 25 hours per day.

• Move freely throughout the center.

BenefitsWegot you covered....

• Earned Time Off

• Holiday Incentive Pay

• Health Dental Vision Disability and Life insurance

• 401k with generous company contributions

• Competitive Pay

• Uniforms

• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities

• Advancement Opportunities

• Patient Ratio Low

WhyNationalHealthCare Corporation

• A supportive and inclusive environment where your contributions matter.

• Opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

• A mission-driven organization that prioritizes patient care and community well-being.

About NHC:National HealthCare Corporation is a nationally recognized leader in senior care known for innovation and quality. At NHC we embrace a culture of compassion integrity teamwork and continuous improvement. Togetherwerebuilding a brighter future for our patients and communities.

EOE

Required Experience:

Junior IC