Activities Aide Part Time

MediLodge; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Pay advances via UKG Wallet

Daily/Weekly/Bi-weekly pay

Employee Assistance Program

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Job summary

MediLodge of Midland in Michigan is seeking a Resident Activity Assistant to plan and lead engaging programs, in one‑to‑one and group formats, enhancing well‑being and social connection for residents.

You will document participation in medical records and collaborate with the activity director and other disciplines to support individualized care. Experience with activity therapies is a plus.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn new modalities and approaches.
• Good listener with strong communication skills.
• Able to build rapport easily and work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Assists the resident activity director as needed.
• Leads and participates in individual and group activities.
• Fosters a sense of community within the center environment.
• Develops and posts monthly calendar for residents and families.
• Performs activities documentation in medical records and tracks participation.
• Supports decorating for events and seasonal parties.
• Uses various activity models (pets, music, art) to tailor plans.
• Promotes volunteer involvement in the community.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Active listening

Rapport building

Collaborative work

Communication skills

Confidentiality

End-of-life support

Job description

Facility: MediLodge of Midland

Facility: MediLodge of Midland 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 Choose MediLodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet.
• Employee Assistance Program: Support available for your well-being.
• Flexible Scheduling: We offer various scheduling options—ask us about what works for you!
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses: Earn extra by referring others to join our team.

We value your contributions, and we want you to experience the professional success and personal fulfillment that comes with making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.

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.