Part-Time Senior Living Activities Specialist

Optalis Healthcare; Grand Rapids (MI); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 25 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Optalis Healthcare is seeking a Part-Time Activities Assistant to support the Activities Department in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. You will help plan and run engaging programs to promote residents’ physical, mental, and social well-being.

The role involves leading group activities, assisting with outings, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment. Strong communication and a compassionate attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in activities, recreation, healthcare, senior living, or customer service preferred.
• Experience with geriatric residents or memory care preferred.
• CTRS or MEPAP training is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, energetic, compassionate, and dependable personality.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsabilités

• Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing daily activity programs.
• Lead group activities, one-on-one visits, games, crafts, music, exercise programs, and special events.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual interests, abilities, and care plans.
• Assist with community outings, holiday events, and entertainment programs as assigned.
• Prepare activity areas, distribute supplies, and assist with cleanup after programs.
• Document resident participation and attendance according to facility procedures.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, visitors, and team members.
• Support residents with mobility and transportation to and from activities when needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment during all activities.
• Follow infection control guidelines, resident rights, and facility safety policies.
• Assist with decorating for seasonal events and facility celebrations.
• Communicate resident needs and concerns to the Activities Director and interdisciplinary team.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Dependability

Formation

High school diploma or GED

CTRS/MEPAP training

Outils

PC/Computer skills

Description du poste

Optalis Healthcare is seeking a Part-Time Activities Assistant to support the Activities Department in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. You will help plan and run engaging programs to promote residents’ physical, mental, and social well-being.

The role involves leading group activities, assisting with outings, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment. Strong communication and a compassionate attitude are essential.