What are the responsibilities and job description for the Memory Care Recreation Assistant position at Burcham Hills Foundation?
Burcham Hills is an upscale senior living retirement community located in the backyard of Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI. We currently have vacancy for a Memory Care Recreation Assistant to work a Full Time schedule.
Position Summary
Lead the residential neighborhoods’ daily recreation and activity program to meet the specific needs of each of the residents. Ensure residents’ lives are maintained and enriched to the fullest extent possible by leading both group and one-to-one activities. Provide leadership and assistance in planning, directing and evaluating the ongoing life recreation program.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Perks Outside Of The Paycheck
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Position Summary
Lead the residential neighborhoods’ daily recreation and activity program to meet the specific needs of each of the residents. Ensure residents’ lives are maintained and enriched to the fullest extent possible by leading both group and one-to-one activities. Provide leadership and assistance in planning, directing and evaluating the ongoing life recreation program.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Plan and implement a monthly calendar for assigned neighborhood; includes providing small and large groups and one-to-one programming for residents who cannot participate in a group setting.
- Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the development, implementation and evaluation of the care plan. Confer formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total recreation program of the resident.
- Complete and maintain accurate records of the resident’s participation in and response to the activities as specified in department protocol.
- Monitor resident response to recreation. Modify care plan or approach to treatment as indicated by resident needs and standards. Adapt recreation to meet the individual needs of the resident.
- Assist in coordinating and facilitating special events for the entire community.
- Provide transportation for residents to various community locations. Comply with CDL/chauffeur’s licensing procedures and state and federal DOT procedures.
Perks Outside Of The Paycheck
- Senior advocacy
- Rewarding hospitality driven environment
- Growth opportunities
- Diverse culture
- Open door atmosphere
- Option to be paid daily
- Discounted employee meals
- Free parking
- Employee Assistance Program to all employees
- Eligible for benefits as of the 91st day of employment if Full Time
- Employee recognition programs
- Beautiful, resort-like campus on 38 acres
- Join an exceptional team!
Drug-free workplace.
EEO & E-verify employer.
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