Activities Assistant

Ascension Living; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Family benefits

Job summary

Ascension Living in Des Plaines, IL seeks an Activity Recreation Therapy staff member who will assess needs, plan and participate in activity projects, keep the area safe and organized, and handle clerical tasks. The role emphasizes geriatric care and collaborative care within a part-time, rotating schedule.

Minimum requirements include BLS and AED certifications within 30 days of hire. A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days of hire date or job transfer date.
• Heart Saver AED certification within 30 days of hire date or job transfer date.
• Geriatric care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess activity needs to meet individual treatment goals.
• Facilitate and participate in activity-related projects and events.
• Keep treatment area clean, safe, and organized.
• Perform clerical tasks as assigned.

Skills

BLS within 1 month

AED within 1 month

geriatric experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Your future role at a glance
Location: Des Plaines, IL
Facility: Nazarethville Place
Department/Specialty: Activity Recreation Therapy
Schedule: Part-time | Rotating
How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Conduct assessment of activity needs to meet individual treatment goals and objectives.
• Facilitate and participate in activity-related projects and events.
• Keep treatment area clean, safe, and organized.
• Perform clerical tasks as assigned.
  

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• One or more of the following required:
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Heart Saver AED obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Preferences

Experience working with the geriatric population is highly preferred.

• Experience working with the geriatric population.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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