Resident Activities Aide — Part-Time, Create Joy & Connection

MediLodge; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily/weekly pay via UKG Wallet

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

Unlimited referral bonuses

Job summary

MediLodge of East Lansing is seeking an Activities Aide (Part Time) to organize and participate in activity programming for residents, including one-to-one interventions, small group sessions, and large group presentations. You will document individual participation and the value of approaches in medical records.

This role supports the activity director, uses therapies like pet/music/art to tailor programs, and helps decorate for events while promoting a sense of community within the center.

Qualifications

• Experience in activity programming for residents.
• Ability to document participation in medical records.
• Ability to engage residents in group activities.

Responsibilities

• 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 models such as pet therapy, music therapy, art therapy to achieve individualized programming.
• 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 cleans area after conclusion of the activity.
• Utilizes the biopsychosocial model to support resident well-being.
• Provides or arranges for comfort/support to residents and families when needed.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Active listening

Rapport building

Team collaboration

Communication

Confidentiality

End-of-life support

Job description

MediLodge of East Lansing is seeking an Activities Aide (Part Time) to organize and participate in activity programming for residents, including one-to-one interventions, small group sessions, and large group presentations. You will document individual participation and the value of approaches in medical records.

This role supports the activity director, uses therapies like pet/music/art to tailor programs, and helps decorate for events while promoting a sense of community within the center.