Resident Life Activities Coordinator

Talentify; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental / Vision / Rx

Direct Care Incentive

Flexible pay options

Pet Insurance

Education assistance

401K

HSA / FSA

Unlimited referral bonuses

Job summary

MediLodge of Shoreline is seeking an Activities Aide to join our caring team. You will organize and participate in personalized activity programs, provide comfort and stimulation, and help residents enjoy meaningful, resident-centered activities.

You’ll collaborate with the activity director and other disciplines, document participation, and support families. We offer daily, weekly, or bi-weekly pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth within Michigan’s largest

Qualifications

• 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.

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 a variety of models to achieve individualized programming, such as 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 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

Good listener

Builds rapport

Good communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Job description

MediLodge of Shoreline is seeking an Activities Aide to join our caring team. You will organize and participate in personalized activity programs, provide comfort and stimulation, and help residents enjoy meaningful, resident-centered activities.

You’ll collaborate with the activity director and other disciplines, document participation, and support families. We offer daily, weekly, or bi-weekly pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth within Michigan’s largest