Activities Aide Part-Time

Medilodge of Montrose; Montrose Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible pay options

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

Unlimited referral bonuses

Job summary

MediLodge of Montrose is seeking a part-time Activities Aide to organize and participate in resident activity programming at our Montrose, MI facility. The role includes coordinating individual and group activities, documenting participation, and supporting residents with stimulating, therapeutic activities.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to build rapport with residents and families, and a willingness to learn new modalities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated willingness to learn new modalities and approaches.
• Good listener and communication skills.
• Builds rapport easily with residents and families.
• Able to work collaboratively with other disciplines.
• Maintains confidentiality and respects privacy.
• Experience or comfort with end-of-life care considerations.

Responsibilities

• Organize and participate in person-specific activity programming for residents.
• Lead individual and group activities and assist activity director as needed.
• Document participation and outcomes in resident records.
• Manage monthly calendar and plan for events and seasonal activities.
• Foster a sense of community and provide stimulation and comfort.
• Support residents and families and arrange for comfort as needed.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Active listening

Rapport building

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Confidentiality

End-of-life support

Job description

MediLodge of Montrose
9317 Vienna Rd
Montrose, MI 48457, USA

Description

Activities Aide Part-Time

Facility: MediLodge of Montrose
Shift: Part Time

Are you looking for a rewarding career and a stable company to call home?The Lodge at Taylor offers you a rewarding experience to work with other warm-hearted team members who will support and guide you along your career path. At the end of each day, your professional success and personal fulfilment will be your reward for making a difference in the lives of our residents.

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, m usic 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.

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