Activities Assistant

The McLaren system includes 12 hospitals across the state, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a 730-member employed primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs covering more than 242,000 Michigan lives, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network, and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center. McLaren has 20,000 full-, part-time and contracted employees and more than 93,000 network providers throughout Michigan.

Position Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the department head, assists with the planning and implementation of activities for residents. Helps design programs to encourage socialization, provide entertainment, relaxation and fulfillment, and improve daily living skills.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Contributes to resident's wellbeing by helping residents use equipment and supplies. Activities may include arts and crafts, outdoor activities, sports, music or drama.
• Prepares equipment and materials for planned activities and ensures the safety of residents in the activity.
• Assists or leads the participants in group activities, such as an exercise class or art project. Helps keep records of equipment and its use.
• Assists in planning programs for residents, which can help to provide socialization, relaxation and exercise.
• Maintains communication and collaboration with the other staff to promote highest quality care.
• Treats residents, family members, visitors, and team members with respect and dignity.
• Maintains the confidentiality of all resident and family information.
• Maintains knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current state driver's license.

Preferred

• Prior experience or education in the field.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Requisition ID: 26011426
• Daily Work Times: 7:00am- 7:30pm
• On Call: No

Equal Opportunity Employer

McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.