Resident Activity Specialist

Optalis Healthcare; Grand Rapids (MI); Híbrido; USD 30.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Optalis Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our Activities Department at a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. You will help plan and run engaging programs that promote residents’ physical, mental, and social well-being, and provide meaningful interaction.

You will support group activities, one-on-one visits, outings, and celebrations, while respecting care plans and individual interests.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing daily activity programs for residents.
• Lead and support 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.

Conocimientos

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Energetic

Compassionate

Dependable

Basic computer skills

Educación

High school diploma or GED

CTRS training

MEPAP training

Descripción del empleo

Optalis Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our Activities Department at a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. You will help plan and run engaging programs that promote residents’ physical, mental, and social well-being, and provide meaningful interaction.

You will support group activities, one-on-one visits, outings, and celebrations, while respecting care plans and individual interests.