Life Enrichment Director - Activities

Medi Lodge of Okemos
5211 Marsh Rd
Okemos, MI 48864, USA

Facility: Medi Lodge of Okemos

Why Medi Lodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus
  :
  We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the Michigan Works! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits
  :
  Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits
  :
  Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge
  :
  Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Pet Insurance
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  Three options available
• Education Assistance
  :
  Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options

Qualifications:

Education:

BS in Recreation Therapy preferred or

Bachelor’s degree in human service field, with relevant experience
* or

BS in Occupational Therapy, with relevant experience or

Certification as Occupational Therapy Assistant, with relevant experience
* or

Associate degree in human service field, with relevant experience
* or

Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state-specific) AND must have worked full time under the supervision of licensed recreational therapist or certified activity director in a long-term care setting for a minimum of one year.

If no state-specific certification program exists may have high school diploma or equivalent with two years of experience in social or recreational programming within the last 5 years, 1 of which was full time in a patient activity program in a health care setting. Must have completed 6 credits of college courses, including 1 English course in composition, technical or report writing, and one course in area of Art/Recreational Programming, Science or Management with a passing grade.

Licenses/Certification:

Certified Recreation Therapist preferred or

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or

Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state specific)

Job Functions:

Performs comprehensive assessment for each resident to determine level of abilities combined with past and current interests.

Based on findings develops an individualized program of activity pursuits that are meaningful to the resident.

Completes MDS, RAPS in a timely manner, utilizing observation and assessment/monitoring tools.

Documents resident response to care plans and evaluates individual resident activity care plans for effectiveness.

Develops and utilizes a budget sufficient to maintain equipment and purchase supplies, enabling staff to provide for prescribed activity models.

Utilizes the “biopsychosocial” model to create meaningful activities for individuals.

As an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team, utilizes cutting edge models of approach, such as music therapy, pet therapy, aromatherapy, therapeutic touch, etc.

Arranges for speakers, presenters, advocates, and clergy to interact with individuals and groups of residents.

Arranges and coordinates off-site activity trips, when available or appropriate.

Develops and maintains community…