Activities Assistant - Resident Services

Adrian Dominican Sisters, Inc • Adrian, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Adrian Dominican Sisters are seeking a full-time Activities Assistant for the Resident Services Department. The role assists with and leads activity programs and conducts one-on-one visits with Sister residents living in nursing home and assisted living settings at the Motherhouse campus. Residents live in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing communities. The position supports an enriching, compassionate environment and helps residents continue their mission in retirement.

The schedule is generally 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays and holidays and occasional shift flexibility based on need. Starting pay is $16.92. A high school diploma and some health care training are required. Nursing Assistant experience is preferred, as is previous activity programming experience. Annual influenza vaccination is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Some health care training.
• Knowledge and understanding related to elderly and ill people.
• Patience, dependability, and comfort with flexible scheduling.
• Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to participate in on-the-job training.
• Ability to take initiative in building new programs and use creative thinking for group and individual activities.
• Ability to get along with people with a variety of personalities across departments.
• Dependable driver with a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift at least 35 pounds and frequently stoop, bend, reach, and carry approximately 35 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for at least 8 hours per day.
• Sight and hearing sufficient to perform the position, and good physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Annual influenza vaccination.

Nice To Haves

• Nursing Assistant experience.
• Previous activity programming experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead group activities as directed by the supervisor.
• Assist in planning and directing resident activity programs, including social, physical, intellectual, and service-oriented activities inside and outside the facility.
• Tailor activities to residents’ interests and functional limitations.
• Educate other departments about activities as appropriate.
• Visit residents one-to-one to provide individual instruction, sensory stimulation, reality orientation, and support for goals in their Health Care Plans.
• Report residents’ responses and progress with specific approaches to the supervisor.
• Assist with resident transfers and toileting during outings when necessary.
• Assist nursing personnel in transporting selected residents to and from general activity areas.
• Recognize abnormal signs and symptoms that may indicate a physical change requiring nursing intervention.
• Monitor resident safety during activities and immediately report hazardous conditions to the supervisor and/or community Nurse.
• Cross-train to assist in other Resident Services areas as needed.
• Attend in-service training and continuing education workshops as directed.
• Ensure assigned Sisters receive the same high standard of care each shift.
• Maintain professional boundaries regarding emotional involvement, personal relationships, gifts, social media, and off-hours contact.
• Follow safety policies and procedures and practice good safety and health habits.
• Comply with HIPAA regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available at low cost to employees who choose coverage.
• Retirement options.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Sick pay.
• Holiday pay.
• Bereavement pay.
• Jury duty pay.
• Competitive wages.
• Employee incentives and perks.
• Professional development support.
• Campus exercise and gym space, walking paths, gardens, and break rooms with food and drinks available for purchase.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED