Activities Aide

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

401K

HSA/FSA

Direct Care Incentive: $0.85/hour

Daily/weekly pay via UKG Wallet

Referral bonuses

Paid time off

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

MediLodge of Milford is seeking a Resident Activity Assistant to organize and participate in personalized activity programming, including one-to-one interventions, small group sessions, and large group presentations. You will document participation in residents' medical records and support each resident's well-being.

Join a team that values dedication, offers daily pay options, and fosters growth in a compassionate, resident-centered environment at MediLodge of Milford.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn new modalities and approaches.
• Active listening and rapport building with residents.
• Ability to work collaboratively with care teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Assist the resident activity director as needed.
• Lead and participate in individual and group activities.
• Foster a sense of community within the center.
• Develop and post monthly activity calendars.
• Document participation and value of approaches in medical records.
• Support resident well-being using a biopsychosocial model.
• Prepare for events and promote community involvement.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Active listening

Rapport building

Collaborative teamwork

Strong communication

Confidentiality

End-of-life support

Job description

Michigan’s state-funded Senate Bill 690 (COVID-19) pay may be ending—but your earning power shouldn’t.

Join a team that values your dedication and is stepping up to help replace the missing pay in your paycheck. Make the move to an employer that invests in you.

Facility: MediLodge of Milford

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.

Start rewarding and stable career with MediLodge today!

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.