Activities Aide - New Rates!

Job Summary

The Life Enrichment Activities Aide at Dimondale Nursing Care Center is responsible for delivering and leading life enrichment programs that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The position requires a passion for fostering a supportive and engaging environment for residents.

About the Role

Join a dynamic team with 10+ years of experience and longevity. This role involves promoting hospitality and excellent customer service, assisting with group and individual life enrichment programs, encouraging attendance, and evaluating patients based on their backgrounds and needs.

Responsibilities

• Promote hospitality and excellent customer service in all interactions with residents, their families, and visitors.
• Assist and lead group and one-on-one life enrichment programs.
• Encourage attendance and transport residents to and from life enrichment programs.
• Evaluate patients according to their background, life enrichment interests, abilities, physical limitations, and needs for meaningful programs.
• Develop and display thematic and holiday decorations throughout the facility.

Requirements

• One year of related experience in long-term care preferred.
• A degree in Music or Recreational Therapy is preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills with a commitment to providing exceptional care.
• Team player who is dedicated to supporting colleagues and achieving goals.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Enthusiasm for innovative and engaging activities.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with no deductible or copay and low cost to you per paycheck.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Holiday pay.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Unlimited referral bonuses - up to $1,500 per referral to other facilities.
• 401(k) with employer match.

Pay and Schedule

This is a part-time position with a starting hourly wage of $15.85, including Hero Pay ($0.85 per hour), and yearly wage increases. For more information on benefits, click here.

Contact Information

Interested candidates can apply online or contact us directly for more information. Positions available in Dewitt, Holt, Okemos, East Lansing, Waverly, Edgemont Park, Haslett, Bath, Grand Ledge, Wacousta, Potterville, Mason, Williamston, Laingsburg, Eaton Rapids, Perry, Charlotte, Saint Johns, Webberville, and Portland.