Activities Aide

Medilodge of Rochester Hills, Inc.; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug insurance

Childcare reimbursement

Transportation reimbursement

Food program

Direct care incentive

Daily pay

Benefits concierge

Pet insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401K

HSA/FSA

Referral bonuses

Job summary

MediLodge of Livingston is seeking a compassionate Resident Activity Assistant to plan and lead engaging, person-centered activity programs for residents. You will document participation and outcomes, support the activity director, and help create a warm, supportive community within the center.

This role uses pet, music, and art therapies to promote well-being, requires teamwork with other care disciplines, and offers benefits including medical, dental, 401K, and daily pay options.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn new modalities and approaches.
• Good listening skills with clear verbal and written communication.
• Ability to build rapport with residents, families and team members.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple disciplines in care.
• Respect for confidentiality and resident privacy.
• Sensitivity to end-of-life issues and comfort with residents/families.

Responsibilities

• Assist activity director and support individualized programming.
• Use the environment to provide comfort and stimulation to residents.
• Lead and participate in activities, including group and one-to-one sessions.
• Incorporate models like pet therapy, music therapy and art therapy.
• Prepare event decor and monthly activity calendars.
• Record participation and outcomes in medical records.
• Promote community involvement and volunteer engagement.
• Maintain activity equipment and clean the activity area.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Good listener

Builds rapport

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Confidentiality

End-of-life sensitivity

Job description

Facility: MediLodge of Livingston

Embark on a fulfilling healthcare career with us and become part of a team that truly values your contributions. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward.

Why MediLodge?

• Michigan's Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Specialty Benefits: Reimbursement options for childcare, transportation, and a non-perishable food program for eligible employees.
• Michigan Direct Care Incentive: We offer an Eighty-Five Cent Michigan Direct Care Incentive that is added to your hourly wage.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Pet Insurance: Three options available
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses.

Summary

The Resident Activity Assistant organizes and participates in person-specific activity programming, including one to one intervention, small group facilitation and large group presentations. Capable of documenting individual participation and value of approaches in medical record.

Essential Functions

• Assists the resident activity director as needed.
• Utilizes the environment to provide both comfort and stimulation to the resident population.
• Fosters a sense of community within the center environment.
• Leads and participates in individual and group activities.
• Utilizes a variety of models to achieve individualized programming, such a pet therapy, music therapy, art therapy, etc.
• Assists with decorating the facility and preparing for special events and seasonal parties.
• Develops and posts monthly calendar as a planning resource for residents and families.
• Participates in recreational programs for residents confined to their rooms.
• Promotes volunteer efforts in the community.
• Maintains records of activities and attendance.
• Stores activity equipment and supplies and cleans area after conclusion of the activity.
• Utilizes the biopsychosocial model to support resident well-being.
• Provides or arranges for comfort/support to residents and families when needed.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated willingness to learn new modalities and approaches.
• Good listener.
• Builds rapport easily.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to work with residents/families facing end of life issues.