Job Title: Activities Assistant (Aide)
Location: On-site, Fairview Skilled Nursing
Reports to: Life Enrichment Manager
Position Type: Full-time | Hourly
Applications accepted through May 15, 2026.
Wellspring Lutheran Services is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving seniors, families and children throughout Michigan. We are currently seeking a Activities Assistant (Aide) to join our team at the Fairview Skilled Nursing and Rehab campus.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing and evaluating activity programs
- Observe and document resident attendance, mood and engagement; note and report behaviors to support resident progress
- Participate in community planning related to resident interests, services and needs
- Support activity-related involvement in discharge planning, care planning and resident assessments
- Include residents and families in developing activity goals and program participation when possible
- Refer residents or families to Social Services when appropriate
- Coordinate activities with other departments as needed
- Monitor needs and recommend adjustments to ensure ongoing program quality
- Ensure charting is accurate, descriptive and reflects resident responses to services provided
- Arrange transportation for campus events and outings as needed
- Complete required forms, reports and administrative documentation for the Life Enrichment Director
- Build positive working relationships with other departments to ensure smooth daily programming
- Help create an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and calm throughout the facility
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
- Prior senior living or skilled nursing activity experience is helpful but not required
- Willingness to obtain Chauffeurs license through Wellspring (paid).
- Willingness to obtain CNA license through Wellspring (paid).
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude with a passion for serving seniors
- Willingness to lead activity events and engage with residents
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Schedule and Compensation
- Employment type: Full-time, Monday - Friday
- Schedule: 8 hour shifts
- Shift: Day Shift and Afternoon Shift as needed for events
- Weekends: Every other weekend
- Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour (once licensed as a CNA a raise will be given).
Benefits
- Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan + Matching
- PTO and Paid Holidays
- DailyPay – access your earned wages anytime
- Wellspring SupportLinc – employee assistance program
- Supportive, caring team environment
- Meaningful connections with residents and families
- Engaging team atmosphere
Location
Wellspring Lutheran Services
1390 Maple Dr.,
Fairview, MI 48621
