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Activities AssistantDearbornFull time, DaysJob Summary:Prepares and leads activities for all residents. Motivates, engages and encourages resident participation in activities based on resident's ability level. Observes resident mood and behaviors, his/her response to activities and provides feedback to Recreational Therapy Supervisor and/or Interdisciplinary Team Member. Maintains department documentation.Primary Job Duties:1. Motivates and encourages resident participation in activity programs by establishing good rapport through informal conversation and exploring their interests. Provides directions, instructions and demonstrations to individuals and groups in such activities as games, art and crafts, music, etc.2. Recruits, leads and assists residents in group and one-on-one activities in various areas of the facility. Prepares sets-up equipment and supplies and cleans up after programs.3. Observes, assesses and monitors resident's participation, mood, behavior and response to activities such as willingness to participate, attitude, ability to follow instructions and social behavior; develops and implements interventions to improve resident participation, mood and/or behavior. Reports observations to the Supervisor verbally or by keeping simple records.4. Maintains daily attendance records of individual and group activity participation.5. Maintains decorations and ensures bulletin boards and other information sources are updated as needed.6. Obtains resident leisure interest and background information in order to complete resident assessment. Resident assessments include use of achieve system and MDS assessment. Also, completion of Care Area Assessment, care plans and progress notes. Assists with activity outings for residents.7. Provides input relative to the needs, interests and abilities of residents; provides feedback to supervisor based on current activities.8. Develops and maintains a positive rapport and working relationship with residents, families and staff.Minimum Job Qualifications:Education: High School graduateExperience: 1 to 3 years in a job related to recreational/leisure activities, preferably with geriatric population or long-term care environment.Skills Abilities: Demonstrated skills in recreational/leisure activities. Interpersonal manner associated with supervising and instructing activities.How to Apply:Please apply by visiting our careers' web page at www.beaumont.org/careers and yoursquo;ll find the job search engine at the top of the page. When submitting your application, please use a PC and not a tablet, smart phone, or Apple computer for best results.Beaumont Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
