Senior Recreation Aide — Flexible Hours & Group Programs

Certus Healthcare; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Certus Healthcare is seeking a Recreation Aide to implement and lead recreation activities for residents under the direction of the Recreation Director. You will engage residents through familiar tasks, provide encouragement, and assist with program setup and documentation.

The role involves leading group and one-on-one activities, transporting residents when needed, and coordinating with nurses and other staff to ensure safe, enjoyable programming.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Experience working with senior groups, or in leading and assisting with group activities is preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience with various types of arts and crafts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements Recreation Programs in accordance with the planned Monthly Calendar and as assigned by the Recreation Director and ensures that the programs are conducted timely and at the locations specified on the calendar.
• Assists in completion of the Recreation Calendar and Facility newsletter as assigned.
• Reschedules programs whenever necessary and advises the appropriate staff members and corrects the calendar after approval from the Recreation Director.
• Implements the One-on-One and Room Visit Programs as assigned by the Recreation Director and completes the electronic and paper charting of the visits accurately and timely.
• Maintains records in the electronic chart of resident participation in group and one-on-one programs.
• Assists in the completion of the Leisure Interest Assessment, and communicates any new leisure, interest, or need identified in order to provide a variety of leisure interventions during visits that are consistent with the Resident's interests.

Skills

Customer service

Telephone etiquette

Relate to older adults

Independent organization

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Flexible hours

Computer basics

Education

High school diploma

Experience with seniors

Arts & crafts knowledge

Job description

Certus Healthcare is seeking a Recreation Aide to implement and lead recreation activities for residents under the direction of the Recreation Director. You will engage residents through familiar tasks, provide encouragement, and assist with program setup and documentation.

The role involves leading group and one-on-one activities, transporting residents when needed, and coordinating with nurses and other staff to ensure safe, enjoyable programming.