Activities Assistant

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 were more than just a workplace; were a community committed to compassion quality care and supporting both our persons served and our team. If youre 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 residents 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.

Duties and 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

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain
• Valid drivers license and insurable driving record
• Specialization in Behavioral Health and/or TBI preferred

Additional Requirements:

• 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 Youre on a cohesive team and your voice needs to be heard

Physical Requirements:

• 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

Join our team and make a real difference! Deliver high-quality person-centered care while helping persons served achieve their unique goals in a supportive best-practice environment.

NeuLife Rehabilitation of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Required Experience:

Junior IC