Recreation Assistant

Burcham Hills; East Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior advocacy

Rewarding hospitality driven work

Growth opportunities

Diverse culture

Option to be paid daily

Discounted employee meals

Free parking

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Burcham Hills, an upscale senior living community in East Lansing, MI, is seeking an energetic Recreation Assistant for a part-time or per diem role. You will help run the daily recreation and activity programs for residents, leading both group and one-to-one activities to enhance quality of life.

Join our in-house Recreation Therapy team to plan, direct and evaluate ongoing life recreation programs, delivering friendly, hospitable service in a rewarding environment that supports growth and

Qualifications

• Coursework in eldercare, recreation, event planning or related subjects.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience with geriatrics in long-term care or similar setting.
• Demonstrate patience, tact, respect in interactions with residents and families.
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily recreation and activity programs for residents.
• Lead group and one-to-one activities to enrich residents' lives.
• Plan, direct and evaluate ongoing recreational programming.

Skills

Eldercare coursework

Event planning

Geriatrics experience

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Burcham Hills is an upscale senior living retirement community located in the backyard of Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI. We currently have a vacancy for a Recreation Assistant to work a Part Time or Per Diem schedule.

Join our dynamic in-house Recreation Therapy team at Burcham Hills. We are looking for an energetic, qualified Recreation Assistant to engage residents in meaningful group and one to one recreation opportunities.

In the Recreation Assistant Position you will help facilitate the residential neighborhood’s daily recreation and activity program to meet the specific needs of each of the residents. Ensure residents’ lives are maintained and enriched to the fullest extent possible by leading both group and one-to-one activities. Provide assistance in planning, directing and evaluating the ongoing life recreation program.

If you like to smile, enjoy providing exceptional hospitality, and want to work in a fun and rewarding environment where you are positively affecting the lives of seniors, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications:

• Coursework in various aspects of eldercare, recreation, event planning or related subjects.
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• Experience working with geriatrics in a long-term care, assisted living or other related residential health care setting.
• Demonstrate understanding, patience, tact, respect and courtesy in dealing with resident/client’s, family and visitors.
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend written and oral instructions in English.
• Ability to obtain chauffer’s driver’s license. Excellent driving record.

PERKS OUTSIDE OF THE PAYCHECK:

• Senior advocacy
• Rewarding hospitality driven environment
• Growth opportunities
• Diverse culture
• Option to be paid daily
• Discounted employee meals
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Program to all employees
• Eligible for benefits as of the 01st day of employment if Full Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee recognition programs
• Beautiful, resort-like campus on 38 acres