Activity Assistant

NeuLife•Troy, MI

About The Position

Join our team as an Activity Assistant! Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of adults with Traumatic Brain Injuries? At NeuLife Rehabilitation of Michigan, we're more than just a workplace; we're a community committed to compassion, quality care, and supporting both our persons served and our team. If you're passionate about helping others and want to grow professionally in a supportive, best-practice environment, we want you on our team. Why Choose Us: Person-Centered Care: We create custom rehabilitation plans tailored to each resident's unique goals and needs Skilled, Compassionate Team: Our staff are highly trained and dedicated to delivering high-quality, meaningful care Innovative, Supportive Environment: We use best practices and technology in a safe, collaborative setting to help residents thrive Your Role: The Activity Assistant provides pre-vocational and vocational services to individuals served in accordance with the Plan of Care. Services are provided under the direction of the Vocational Director with participation of the family and other members of the interdisciplinary team, as indicated.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain
Valid driver's license and insurable driving record
Each day brings something
You must be able to work non-standard, flexible hours
Must excel in communication and time
Ability to deliver ideas, thoughts, concerns, and praise verbally and/or in
Passion to make a difference in others' lives each day you come into work
Compassion and empathy are a must when understanding clients' needs and concerns
Loves to stay connected all day, every day through cell phone and email (except when on paid time off - take some time and disconnect)
Expert
You must be willing and able to take a ride in your vehicle to carry out tasks
Computer savvy with the ability to utilize the following applications: Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as using the Internet for research
Ability to represent the company professionally and in its best interests to internal and external customers
Strong teamwork and leadership
You're on a cohesive team, and your voice needs to be heard
Driving between NeuLife residential homes, vocational programs, and community locations
Exposure to varying outdoor weather conditions when traveling between NeuLife locations
Ability to sit for extended periods while driving
Ability to bend, stoop, twist, and reach without restrictions
Ability to lift, push, pull, or transfer up to 50 pounds
Ability to assist with emergency evacuations when necessary
May require evening, weekend, or holiday availability

Nice To Haves

Specialization in Behavioral Health and/or TBI preferred

Responsibilities

Assess individuals' needs through observations, medical records, tests, and talking with other healthcare professionals, patients' families, and patients
Follow treatment plans and programs that meet patients' needs and interests
Plan and implement interventions and rehabilitative activities
Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as functional skill development
Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent
Teach patients about ways to cope with anxiety or depression
Record and analyze individuals' progress by thorough documentation based on the goals and objectives established
Evaluating interventions for effectiveness
Listen to the individuals' concerns and requests
Must be compassionate and have a friendly demeanor
Excellent communication and time management skills are required
Other tasks as assigned