Enrichment Specialist
Company Description
The Dementia Enrichment Center is dedicated to supporting individuals with dementia and their caregivers to achieve the highest possible levels of functioning and quality of life. With a commitment to ethical standards and evidence-based interventions, we foster independence, community, and engagement. At the Dementia Enrichment Center we communicate and interact with people in thoughtful, meaningful way and are intentional about our work. We are a local, woman-owned business.
Open Position
We are currently hiring an Enrichment Specialist for our day program for people with mild to moderate dementia. The program operates Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm at our Belton, Texas location. The Dementia Enrichment Center does not provide residential or overnight care, provide personal care assistance (help with ADLs), or offer health care.
Hours for this position will vary. Applicants MUST be available to work 15-30 hours/week, any shift Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. The starting pay is $15/hour.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Applicants must submit to and to pass background and reference checks, drug testing, and be eligible for legal employment in the United States. Must successfully complete required training and certifications within 30 days of hire. DEC is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply, submit the following to [email protected] with the word JOB in the subject line:
Dementia Enrichment Center celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
The Dementia Enrichment Center is dedicated to supporting individuals with dementia and their caregivers to achieve the highest possible levels of functioning and quality of life. With a commitment to ethical standards and evidence-based interventions, we foster independence, community, and engagement. At the Dementia Enrichment Center we communicate and interact with people in thoughtful, meaningful way and are intentional about our work. We are a local, woman-owned business.
Open Position
We are currently hiring an Enrichment Specialist for our day program for people with mild to moderate dementia. The program operates Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm at our Belton, Texas location. The Dementia Enrichment Center does not provide residential or overnight care, provide personal care assistance (help with ADLs), or offer health care.
Hours for this position will vary. Applicants MUST be available to work 15-30 hours/week, any shift Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. The starting pay is $15/hour.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides support, guidance, assistance, and leadership to promote and stimulate participation of program participants
- Implements proven strategies for communication, behavior management, and engagement with people with dementia
- Provides a welcoming and friendly environment to program participants, caregivers, visitors, and co-workers
- Participates in special events and weekly outings
- Follows daily plans to deliver enrichment activities
- Serves meals, drinks, and snacks to participants
- Ensures supplies, equipment, and facility are organized and secure
- Ensures DEC policies, procedures, and safety guidelines are followed
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 60 credit hours of college-level studies
- Desire to work with adults living with dementia
- Ability to lead and manage groups of adults with varying levels of cognitive needs
- Ability to accurately follow daily plans, activity instructions, and verbal and written directions
- Demonstrated maturity and professionalism
- Self-starter with effective problem solving and decision-making skills
- Reliable
- Team attitude (We are a No Drama workplace.)
- Bachelor’s degree or higher or extensive relative experience
Preferred Qualifications
- 1 year relative paid, volunteer, or lived experience
- Experience working with people living with dementia or similar condition
- CPR/First Aid certification
Applicants must submit to and to pass background and reference checks, drug testing, and be eligible for legal employment in the United States. Must successfully complete required training and certifications within 30 days of hire. DEC is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply, submit the following to [email protected] with the word JOB in the subject line:
- Current resume/experience history AND
- Cover letter explaining
- why you are interested in this position
- what qualities you have that make you a good candidate, AND
- your availability and pay expectations
Dementia Enrichment Center celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
