Activities Assistant

Corewell Health • Dearborn, MI • 9h ago

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, plans and implements creative outings, and social and recreational activities for residents in Oak Court and Terrace. Orders necessary supplies for those activities and maintains all work areas in a neat and orderly fashion.

Essential Functions

Responsible for developing and implementing appropriate programs on unit(s) for residents. Plans and coordinates outings and activities to enhance the monthly calendar of events for the residents of Oak Court, the Terrace, and Independent Living.

Assess all residents; determines individual interests in physical, creative and spiritual needs.

Motivates and assists residents to attend activities and offers positive reinforcement of the programs offered. Provides directions, instruction and demonstrations to individuals and groups in any resident activity. Provides staff and volunteers with directions and training as needed to assist in implementing programs and activities.

Maintains and purchases supplies and equipment and ensures they are available at the time activities are scheduled. Maintains and reports the Activity expenses within the approved annual budget on a monthly basis.

Plans and carries out decorations and ensures bulletin boards and other information sources are updated as needed. Prepares, sets-up equipment and supplies and cleans up after programs and areas.

Plans and coordinates intergenerational and community programs, working with Marketing Department to develop community relationships on a quarterly basis.

Coordinates communications and updated information to the residents and families of Oak Court, the Terrace and assists with the clarifications of these materials.

Provides in-service programs following educational developments to all pertinent staff members.

Provides input relative to the needs, interests and abilities of residents; provides feedback to Supervisor based on current activities.

Observes resident's behavior and responses to recreational activities such as willingness to participate, attitude, ability to follow instructions, and social behavior; reports observations to the therapy staff and supervisor verbally or by keeping simple records.

Qualifications

Required High School Diploma

2 years of relevant experience At least two (2) years of experience in activities or a related field, preferably in a geriatric setting. Required

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here (https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/benefits-new) .

On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment @type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Common Retirement Community - 16351 Rotunda Dr - Dearborn

Department Name

Resident Activities - Dearborn Senior Living

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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