Activities Aide

MediLodge; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance

Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options

Retirement Savings with 401K

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Job summary

MediLodge in Traverse City is looking for a Resident Activity Assistant to organize and participate in individualized activity programs. The role fosters community and facilitates both individual and group activities, ensuring resident engagement and well-being.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, the ability to maintain confidentiality, and a willingness to learn new approaches. The position offers an array of employee benefits and career development opportunities within Michigan's largest provider of long-term care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated willingness to learn new modalities and approaches.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines.
• Ablility to work with residents/families facing end of life issues.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and participates in person-specific activity programming.
• Leads and participates in individual and group activities.
• Maintains records of activities and attendance.
• Utilizes various models for individualized programming.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Builds rapport easily

Good listener

Job description

Overview

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 as 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.

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.