Join Our Team as aRecreational Aide/ Activity Assistant!
Why Youll Love Working Here:
Schedule: Full time 40hours per week Monday-Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Department:Huron ValleyPACE Ypsilanti MI
What Youll Do in This Role:
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults Join us as a Recreational Aide at Huron Valley PACE where every day brings opportunities to inspire joy connection and engagement. Youll help design and deliver meaningful activities that support the social emotional and physical well-being of participants. From planning group events to offering one-on-one support youll play an important role in building a vibrant community where participants feel valued supported and connected.
Primary Responsibilities:
Create Joyful Experiences Assist in planning and leading recreational and therapeutic activities like crafts games music and exercise tailored to participants abilities and interests.
Keep the Fun Flowing Support daily programs help organize monthly event calendars and join participants on community outings and special events.
Build Connections Foster a welcoming supportive environment that encourages social engagement friendships and a sense of belonging.
Specialized Support Assist with dementia-friendly activities that promote comfort engagement and well-being.
Stay Organized Set up and clean activity areas manage supplies and document attendance and participation in activities.
Collaborate & Care Work with the care team share observations and contribute to maintaining a vibrant person-centered environment.
What Youll Need:
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required.
Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain if not already certified within 6 months of employment).
Position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighting up to 35 pounds without assistance.
At least 1 year of experience working with older adults frail or elderly populations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience facilitating recreational therapeutic or activity programs in a senior living adult day center or healthcare setting.
Prior experience working with individuals living with dementia or cognitive impairments in a memory care or similar environment.
Creativity and enthusiasm for designing meaningful person-centered activities that support engagement and well-being.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a compassionate patient-centered approach.
The above is a summary of the position it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties this position will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.
Ready to Make an Impact
At Brio Living Services were looking for compassionate dedicated individuals who are ready to contribute to a supportive and dynamic team. If this sounds like you wed love to have you join us!
Apply today and lets build a healthier future together!
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BRIO LIVING SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Brio Living Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation national origin age disability or genetics in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws.
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