Position Purpose:
The Recreation Assistant supports the planning, implementation, and evaluation of therapeutic recreational activities tailored to each participant’s care plan. This role enhances the participant experience through engaging programs that promote socialization, physical activity, and lifelong learning.
Key Responsibilities:
Demonstrate Trinity Health’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Behaviors in all interactions.
Create a warm, welcoming environment for participants, caregivers, and staff.
Plan and lead group and individual activities, including dementia-specific programming.
Support participants’ cognitive, physical, social, and artistic development.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless activity delivery.
Maintain accurate documentation and assist in developing care plans and monthly calendars.
Monitor and manage recreational supplies and equipment.
Provide training and support to staff on recreational programming.
Develop quarterly newsletters for participants and caregivers.
Adhere to safety protocols, including Universal Precautions.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum one year of experience with elderly or frail populations; training provided if less.
Preferred education/training in geriatrics or dementia care.
Strong communication skills (verbal, written, or ASL).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs and perform physical tasks as needed.
Join our compassionate team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our participants
Pay Range: $16.29-$19.14/hr
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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What We Do
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 88 hospitals, 131 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 125 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, its annual operating revenue is $20.2 billion with $1.2 billion returned to its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.
