Recreation Therapy/Activities Assistant

Burcham Hills is an upscale senior living retirement community located in the backyard of Michigan State University in East Lansing MI We currently have a vacancy for a Recreation Assistant to work a Full Time or Part Time schedule Join our dynamic in house Recreation Therapy team at Burcham Hills We are looking for an energetic qualified Recreation Assistant to engage residents in meaningful group and one to one recreation opportunities In the Recreation Assistant Position you will help facilitate the residential neighborhoods daily recreation and activity program to meet the specific needs of each of the residents Ensure residents lives are maintained and enriched to the fullest extent possible by leading both group and one to one activities Provide assistance in planning directing and evaluating the ongoing life recreation program If you like to smile enjoy providing exceptional hospitality and want to work in a fun and rewarding environment where you are positively affecting the lives of seniors we want to hear from you Qualifications Coursework in various aspects of eldercare recreation event planning or related subjectsExperience working with geriatrics in a long term care assisted living or other related residential health care settingDemonstrate understanding patience tact respect and courtesy in dealing with residentclients family and visitorsAbility to read write speak and comprehend written and oral instructions in EnglishAbility to obtain chauffers drivers license Excellent driving recordPERKS OUTSIDE OF THE PAYCHECK Senior advocacyRewarding hospitality driven environmentGrowth opportunitiesDiverse cultureOpen door atmosphereOption to be paid dailyDiscounted employee mealsFree parkingEmployee Assistance Program to all employeesEligible for benefits as of the 01st day of employment if Full TimeEmployee recognition programsBeautiful resort like campus on 38 acresJoin an exceptional teamEEO & E verify employer sponsor