Part Time Activities Aide

Medilodge of Rochester Hills, Inc.; Gaylord (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Pay advances via UKG Wallet

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Job summary

MediLodge of Gaylord is hiring a Part Time Activities Aide to enhance resident engagement with a variety of activity programs. You will support the activity director, lead small and large groups, and help document participation and outcomes in residents’ charts.

Join a team focused on meaningful resident experiences, comfort, and community within the center, with opportunities to contribute to seasonal events and celebrations.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn new modalities and approaches.
• Good listener and able to build rapport with residents and families.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Comfort handling end-of-life situations with empathy.

Responsibilities

• Assists the resident activity director as needed.
• Leads and participates in individual and group activities.
• Develops and posts monthly activity calendars.
• Documents participation and activity values in medical records.
• Keeps activity equipment organized and clean after use.

Skills

Good listener

Builds rapport

Communication skills

Confidentiality

End of life support

Job description

Facility: MediLodge of Gaylord 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

Activities Aide Part Time

Facility: MediLodge of Gaylord 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.

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 bio psychosocial 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.