Activities Aide | Full-Time

Resthaven • Holland, MI

5d • $15 - $17

About The Position

At Resthaven, the Activities Aide supports residents through engaging group and individualized activities. The role plans, coordinates, and leads programs that reflect residents’ interests, abilities, and needs, and helps develop and implement the monthly activity calendar. The aide documents participation, supports volunteers, prepares activity spaces, and maintains supplies, equipment, and program areas. The position may also involve resident outings, special events, transportation activities, and food and beverage service while observing dietary restrictions and safety standards.

The Activities Aide builds positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and interdisciplinary team members in support of individualized care plans, and completes assigned projects and department tasks in a timely manner. This is a full-time position scheduled from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage groups and individuals effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with residents, families, team members, volunteers, and leadership.
• Ability to speak clearly and confidently when facilitating activities and making announcements.
• Ability to redirect and encourage resident participation in a positive, supportive manner.
• Basic computer skills, including experience with common software applications.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• College coursework in Recreational Therapy, Social Work, Gerontology, Human Services, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with older adults, senior living communities, healthcare, recreation, or activity programming preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead engaging group activities for residents.
• Provide meaningful one-on-one activities tailored to residents’ interests, abilities, and needs.
• Document resident participation and attendance in accordance with department guidelines.
• Assist with developing and implementing the monthly activity calendar.
• Support and coordinate volunteers participating in resident programs and events.
• Prepare activity spaces and maintain activity supplies, equipment, and program areas.
• Participate in resident outings, special events, and transportation activities as needed.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and interdisciplinary team members to support individualized care plans.
• Assist with food and beverage service during activities while following resident dietary restrictions and safety standards.
• Complete assigned projects and department tasks in a timely manner.

Benefits

• NOMI Health Insurance Network with $0 copays, $0 deductibles, and $0 coinsurance for full-time employees.
• Free on-site clinic.
• Tuition reimbursement eligible after six months of employment.
• Supportive, mission-driven culture.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed