Geriatric Therapeutic Activities Aide

Ingham County Medical Care Facility; Okemos (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingham County Medical Care Facility is seeking a Therapeutic Activities Aide to assist in planning, implementing, and delivering activities for Residents/Patients. You will support participation at the highest level of functioning and help coordinate routine activity sessions.

This role involves assisting staff, organizing supplies, conducting 1:1 and group activities, and helping with outings and special events.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience working with geriatric patients.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with residents/patients, families, volunteers, and Facility personnel.

Responsibilities

• Assists Residents/Patients throughout activities so each may participate at the highest level of functioning.
• Assists Therapeutic Activities Staff in keeping supplies clean and organized.
• Assists with 1:1 resident/patient activities.
• Assists with care planning for each Resident/Patient.
• Assists with outings and special events.
• Charts progress of Residents/Patients involved in activities therapy and maintains record for the department.
• Initiates programs with Residents/Patients and follows through independently as needed.
• Leads Resident/Patient activity programs for large and small groups, including sensory stimulation groups.
• Transports Residents/Patients to and from activities.
• Works as part of a team.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience with geriatric patients

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ingham County Medical Care Facility is seeking a Therapeutic Activities Aide to assist in planning, implementing, and delivering activities for Residents/Patients. You will support participation at the highest level of functioning and help coordinate routine activity sessions.

This role involves assisting staff, organizing supplies, conducting 1:1 and group activities, and helping with outings and special events.