Recreational Assistant

About the role

The Recreational (Life Enrichment) Assistant assists in helping participants engage in meaningful day center activities. Activities are not limited but may include arts and crafts, outdoor activities, exercise, music and other special activities/events.

PACE is a "Best Place to Work" certified company. PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a unique health plan and care provider, committed to keeping aging adults with challenging healthcare conditions in their homes, by caring for their medical, physical, and social needs. PACE Southeast Michigan provides care and services in the home, the community, and our Day Health Center.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate group and individualized programming and activities for participant that are designed to meet the social, intellectual, physical, and spiritual needs and interest of each participant.
• Assist with escorting participants to activities and community outings.
• Assist in the development of the monthly activities calendar and special events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a social or recreational program, of which was full time in an activities/life enrichment program in a healthcare setting for the elderly.

Qualifications

• Activity Assistant Certification is a plus from a recognizing body such as NCCAP, or NAPPCC.
• Education of Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia is a plus.
• Event-planning experience is a plus.

Skills

• Must possess effective written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of computer and technology systems.
• Must be very outgoing, energetic, and able to engage participants in leisure activities.
• Able to engage with large room volumes.
• Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.