Recreational Therapy Aide: -PACE of Southwest Michigan

Recreational Therapy Aide – Join Our Team

Step into a rewarding role as a Recreational Therapy Aide at PACE of Southwest Michigan, where compassion meets creativity. In this capacity you will bring joy, purpose and connection to older adults through meaningful therapeutic and recreational activities in our day center and through home visits.

• Career Growth & Development – Tuition assistance programs and educational scholarships.
• Wellness Program – $120 a year health reimbursement.
• Competitive Full‑time Benefits – Medical, Vision and Dental insurance starting 30 days after hire.
• Retirement Savings Plan – Employer contributions.
• Daily Pay – Get paid when you want.
• Generous PTO – 6 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• Team Member Referral – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team.

Schedule: 40 hours per week | Mon – Fri | 8am‑4:30pm
Department: PACE of Southwest Michigan

In this role, you will support therapeutic and recreational activities both at our day center and through home visits, as directed. You’ll assist in planning and leading fun, meaningful activities while working alongside a supportive and dedicated interdisciplinary team. Every day offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

• Assist in the implementation of therapeutic activity programs to include group or individual recreational and social activities.
• Provide input into program plans.
• Assist in developing a monthly calendar of events for participants.
• Maintain general order in the activities area, including daily clean‑up, routine supply inventory, and ordering for the recreation department.
• Plan and implement activities for dementia‑specific participants.
• Build a sense of community and a warm social atmosphere in the Day Center in which participants can identify a support system.
• Complete progress reports and assessments.
• Communicate with facilities to assess participant activity and involvement.
• Attend IDT morning meeting, care, team huddles, and care conferences as needed.
• Assist with transporting and escorting participants to and from activities in the Day Center.
• Complete SBAR form for any clinical participant concerns when in the Day Center.
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Provide reception desk coverage as needed.
• Assist with lunch (passing trays, serving drinks) as needed.
• Document in behavior logs as needed.
• Complete home visits when directed.

• Minimum of one year of experience working with frail and elderly individuals.
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license.

The above is a summary of the position; it does not state or imply that these are the only duties this position will be required to perform. If selected, you will receive a full job description.

At Brio Living Services, we’re looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals who are ready to contribute to a supportive and dynamic team. If this sounds like you, we’d love to have you join us!

Let’s build a healthier future together.

Brio Living Services offers reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please contact loveyourcareer.

Brio Living Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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