Wellness Assistant

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan; North Lakeport (MI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan seeks an Activities Assistant to support Wellness across Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing environments. You will assist in implementing programs, motivate residents to participate, and help coordinate daily activity calendars.

No prior experience is required, though a background in geriatric care is beneficial. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and email is expected to document participation and collaborate with staff and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalency required.
• Experience in a geriatric environment is beneficial and preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, email and basic database tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitors, records, and reports residents’ participation and attendance in activities.
• Motivates residents to attend and participate in activities.
• Maintains documentation of activity participation and supplies.
• Assists in training volunteers and coordinating volunteers.
• Distributes monthly activity calendars to residents.
• Assists in planning activities, schedules, posters, and events.
• Transports residents within the village to activity programs.
• Care and treatment of village birds and aviaries.
• Assist in planning and accompany residents on special outings.
• Participates in one-on-one programs and room visits to room-bound residents.

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Database systems

Job description

Position Summary

Assists in the implementation of the Wellness department in the Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing environment. Responsible for group and one‑on‑one activities.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors, records, reports and maintains appropriate documentation regarding residents’ ability, participation, interest, and attendance in activities.
• Motivates residents to attend and participate in activities.
• Monitors and reports activity supply inventory levels.
• Interacts, works with and assists in training of volunteers.
• Distributes monthly activity calendar of events to residents.
• Assists in decorating the facility for holidays and special events.
• Assist residents to and from activity programs. Transports residents within the village.
• Directs and leads activity programs as posted.
• Assists in planning activities, schedules, calendar of events and posters/flyers.
• Care and treatment of village birds and aviaries.
• Assist in planning and accompany residents on special outings.
• Participates in one‑on‑one programs and room visits to room‑bound residents and maintains documentation.
• Attend and participate in all appropriate meetings and training opportunities in keep informed on current information and skill development.
• Follow established policies and procedures including but not limited to:
  • Presbyterian Villages policies and procedures.
  • Safety policies and procedures.
  • Federal, state and local regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D Equivalency required.

Experience

None, but experience in a geriatric environment is beneficial and preferred.

Computer Skills

Efficient Computer knowledge and use of Microsoft products, word processing, spreadsheets database systems, and email.

Certificates & Licenses

N/A