Activities and Wellness Instructor

Aegis Therapies; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Aegis Therapies is hiring a Wellness Instructor in Dekalb, IL, to support senior residents with engaging wellness activities. This full-time position offers a rotating weekend schedule and a chance to contribute to EnerG wellness programming across the center.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a background in activity delivery for seniors, with opportunities for growth, mentorship, and professional development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Background in activity delivery with senior populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Activities Director.
• Input to monthly activities calendar.
• Conduct and deliver optimal programming for residents.
• Market our program/activities.

Skills

Activity programming

Senior care

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Wellness Instructor: Full-time

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week, with rotating weekend

Setting: Senior Care/Wellness, Rehabilitation Center, Restorative Care

Location: Dekalb, IL

Aegis Therapies, one of the nation’s leading providers of rehabilitation and wellness services, is hiring a Wellness Instructor to join our supportive team and reap the benefits of some of the best career advantages in the industry.

As a Wellness Instructor, You Will

• Assist Activities Director
• Give input to monthly activities calendar
• Conduct and deliver optimal programming for the residents
• Market our program/activities

EnerG by Aegis

Created to help us look at health in a new way, EnerG® by Aegis programs focus on the seven dimensions of wellness – a holistic approach designed to help individuals be well wherever they are. EnerG wellness programs take traditional recreational activities to a new level, offering an individualized, results‑driven approach to enhance health and happiness.

Why Aegis Therapies

• Career Growth & Development: We invest in your future with specialized, ongoing training, career advancement opportunities and the strongest clinical support in the industry.
• Flexibility - Redefining Work-life Balance: We offer you the opportunity to maintain flexibility and a healthy work-life balance, so you never have to choose between your career and the things that make life worth living.
• Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
• Supportive Environment: Collaborate with teams that value your expertise and dedication.

Benefits

• Support, mentorship and clinical education
• Flexible schedule and paid time off
• Collaboration with therapy team for providing the best patient care
• Medical, dental, vision within 30 days or less
• National opportunity to transfer while maintaining employment status
• Multiple settings nationwide: CCRC, SNF, Assisted Living, Outpatient Clinics, Home Health
• And much more

At Aegis Therapies, we take a person-centered approach to care that ensures you’ll have the opportunity to truly make a difference in people’s lives.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Background in activity delivery with senior populations, preferred.

EEO Statement: Aegis Therapies and its Family of Companies is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.