Engaging Activities Aide for Resident Wellness

Talentify; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with matching funds

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Reimbursement

Job summary

Ciena Healthcare is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to support the Activity Director in delivering engaging programs at the Kith Haven facility. The role focuses on enhancing residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being and fostering a sense of community.

You will help coordinate activities, assist residents to events, and document participation while collaborating with families and staff to meet individual care needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in activities, recreation therapy, or long-term care preferred.
• Proficient in basic computer use for records and scheduling.
• Meets state and federal background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates activity programs as planned to meet residents' interests and needs.
• Assists Residents to and from activities and outings as scheduled.
• Maintains good rapport with family members and supports family involvement.
• Completes attendance and participation records for activities in a timely manner.
• Provides input to assessment/evaluation of Residents' participation when requested.
• Supports Residents' individual needs, routines, and preferences.
• Assists with escorting Residents to activities and works with volunteers.
• Cleans equipment/materials used for activities and participates in survey/inspection readiness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Activity facilitation

Resident engagement

Family liaison

Record keeping

Communication

Education

General education diploma (GED)

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Ciena Healthcare is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to support the Activity Director in delivering engaging programs at the Kith Haven facility. The role focuses on enhancing residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being and fostering a sense of community.

You will help coordinate activities, assist residents to events, and document participation while collaborating with families and staff to meet individual care needs.