Recreational Therapy Aide

Brio Living Services•Niles, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Recreational Aide and bring energy, creativity, and compassion to PACE of Southwest Michigan! You’ll plan and lead engaging activities while helping create a warm, welcoming community where everyone feels connected and supported.

Requirements

Experience as an activity assistant or rec aide.
Minimum of one-year experience working with frail and elderly.
CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
Position requires a valid, unrestricted driver's license.
Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

Assists in developing a monthly calendar of events for participants.
Maintains general order in the activities area, including daily clean up, routine supply inventory, and ordering for the recreation department.
Plans and implements activities for dementia specific participants in collaboration with Recreational Therapist.
Builds a sense of community and a warm social atmosphere in the Day Center in which participants can identify a support system.
Completes progress reports and assessments.
Attends IDT morning meeting, care planning, team huddles, and care conferences as needed.
Assist with transporting and escorting participants to and from activities in the Day Center.
Completes SBAR form for any clinical participant concerns when in the Day Center.
Provide reception desk coverage as needed.
Assist with lunch (passing trays, serving drinks) as needed.
Completes home visits when directed.