Presbyterian Villages of Michigan
Wellness Assistant
Burtchville Township, Michigan•Full-time
About the Job
POSITION SUMMARY:
Assists in the implementation of the Wellness department in the Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing environment. Responsible for group and one-on-one activities.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities may include but not limited to:
1. Monitors, records, reports and maintains appropriate documentation regarding residents’ ability, participation, interest, and attendance in activities.
2. Motivates residents to attend and participate in activities.
3. Monitors and reports activity supply inventory levels.
4. Interacts, works with and assists in training of volunteers.
5. Distributes monthly activity calendar of events to residents.
6. Assists in decorating the facility for holidays and special events.
7. Assist residents to and from activity programs. Transports residents within the village.
8. Directs and leads activity programs as posted.
9. Assists in planning activities, schedules, calendar of events and posters/flyers.
10. Care and treatment of village birds and aviaries.
11. Assist in planning and accompany residents on special outings.
12. Participates in one-on-one programs and room visits to room-bound residents and maintains documentation.
13. Attend and participate in all appropriate meetings and training opportunities in
keep informed on current information and skill development.
14. Follow established policies and procedures including but not limited to:
o Presbyterian Villages policies and procedures.
o Safety policies and procedures.
o Federal, state and local regulations.
All other duties as assigned
Education:
High School Diploma or G.E.D Equivalency required.
High School Diploma or G.E.D Equivalency required.
Experience:
None, but experience in a geriatric environment is beneficial and preferred.
None, but experience in a geriatric environment is beneficial and preferred.
Computer Skills:
Efficient Computer knowledge and use of Microsoft products, word processing, spreadsheets database systems, and email.
Certificates & Licenses:
N/A
About Presbyterian Villages of Michigan
Presbyterian Villages of Michigan (PVM) will be celebrating its 80th Anniversary in 2025 and has long been recognized as a premier provider of senior living and services. A nonprofit, faith-based organization and recognized leader in the aging field, PVM has many locations, which include independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and stay and play services, throughout Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Recognized as an innovative leader, PVM was an early adopter of home and community based services.
The organization’s goal has always been to deliver an environment that transforms senior living and services, while enhancing the communities it serves. PVM is also a leader in helping enrich the lives of those who prefer to remain in their own homes through a variety of home and community based services. PVM is a co-sponsor of two regional Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), one in Southeast Michigan and the second in Central Michigan. Combined, these programs serve an additional 1,000 individuals through coordinated care resources that address their medical, social, and physical needs. In many senior living locations, service coordinators are available to assist residents with accessing services and planning assistance.
The organization’s goal has always been to deliver an environment that transforms senior living and services, while enhancing the communities it serves. PVM is also a leader in helping enrich the lives of those who prefer to remain in their own homes through a variety of home and community based services. PVM is a co-sponsor of two regional Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), one in Southeast Michigan and the second in Central Michigan. Combined, these programs serve an additional 1,000 individuals through coordinated care resources that address their medical, social, and physical needs. In many senior living locations, service coordinators are available to assist residents with accessing services and planning assistance.