Activity Assistant
Company: Medilodge of West Bloomfield
Location: West Bloomfield
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Summary: Resident
Activity Assistant organizes and participates in person-specific
activity programming, including one to one interventions, small
group facilitation and large group presentations. Capable of
documenting individual participation and value of approaches in
medical record. Essential Functions: Assists the resident activity
director as needed. Utilizes the environment to provide both
comfort and stimulation to the resident population. Fosters a sense
of community within the center environment. Leads and participates
in individual and group activities. Utilizes a variety of models to
achieve individualized programming, such a pet therapy, music
therapy, art therapy, etc. Assists with decorating the facility and
preparing for special events and seasonal parties. Develops and
posts monthly calendar as a planning resource for residents and
families. Participates in recreational programs for residents
confined to their rooms. Promotes volunteer efforts in the
community. Maintains records of activities and attendance. Stores
activity equipment and supplies and cleans area after conclusion of
the activity. Utilizes the biopsychosocial model to support
resident well-being. Requirements: Qualifications: Education:
Bachelors in Recreational Therapy or Occupational Therapy or
Bachelor’s degree in relevant human service field, 20 hrs CEU’s
within 1 year of hire* or state specific training to be initiated
at first offering or Certification as Occupational Therapy
Assistant or Associate degree in human service field, 20 hrs CEU’s
within 1 year of hire* or NCCAP Certified as Activity Assistant
Certified* High School Diploma or GED AND minimum of 6 college
credits*(as required by NCCAP) or State-specific certification as
an Activity Assistant Licenses/Certification: Certified Recreation
Therapist, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or Activity
Assistant Certified (NCCAP or state-specific) preferred Experience:
Prefer minimum of 500 hours of experience in activity programming
in any setting prior to hire. For high school/GED educated
applicants, college courses must include one English course in
composition, report or technical writing, and one course in areas
of Art/Recreation Programming, Sciences, or Management with a
passing grade. *Acceptable areas of in-service education and CEU’s
can be reviewed at www.nccap.org
Keywords: Medilodge of West Bloomfield, Westland , Activity Assistant, Healthcare , West Bloomfield, Michigan
