Activity Assistant

Medilodg; Michigan; Presencial; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical Benefits

Dental, Vision & Prescription coverage

401K Retirement Savings

Tuition Reimbursement

HSA and FSA options

Daily/Weekly Pay options through UKG

Resumo da vaga

MediLodge of Cheboygan is seeking an Activities Assistant to engage residents through personalized and group activities, documenting participation and outcomes in medical records. The role supports the activity director, enhances resident well-being, and helps maintain a vibrant center calendar.

Join a team focused on meaningful resident experiences, teamwork across disciplines, and community engagement. This on-site position offers a stable healthcare environment with comprehensive benefit

Qualificações

• Ability to document resident participation in medical records.
• Ability to lead and participate in individual and group activities.
• Capable of organizing and posting monthly activity calendars.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the activity director as needed.
• Provide comfort and stimulation to residents.
• Foster a sense of community within the center.
• Lead and participate in activities for individuals and groups.
• Decorate for events and manage seasonal activities.
• Develop and share monthly activity calendars for residents and families.
• Maintain records of activities and attendance.

Conhecimentos

Active listening

Rapport building

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Confidentiality

End-of-life support

Willingness to learn

Descrição da vaga

MediLodge of Cheboygan
824 S Huron St
Cheboygan, MI 49721, USA

• Activities
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ACTIV016081

Description

Activities Assistant

Facility: MediLodge of Cheboygan

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

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, 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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