The Recreational (Life Enrichment) Assistant assists in helping participants engage in meaningful day center activities. Activities are not limited but may include arts and crafts, outdoor activities, exercise, music and other special activities/events.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
- Lead and facilitate group and individualized programming and activities for participant that are designed to meet the social, intellectual, physical, and spiritual needs and interest of each participant.
- Assist with escorting participants to activities and community outings.
- Assist in the development of the monthly activities calendar and special events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Minimum high school diploma
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a social or recreational program, of which was full time in an activities/life enrichment program in a healthcare setting for the elderly. Activity Assistant Certification is a plus from a recognizing body such as NCCAP, or NAPPCC.
- Must possess effective written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in the use of computer and technology systems.
- Must be very outgoing, energetic, and able to engage participants in leisure activities.
- Able to engage with large room volumes.
- Education of Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia is a plus.
- Event-planning experience is a plus.
- Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
PACE is a "Best Place to Work" certified company. PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a unique health plan and care provider, committed to keeping aging adults with challenging healthcare conditions in their homes, by caring for their medical, physical, and social needs. PACE Southeast Michigan provides care and services in the home, the community, and our Day Health Center.
