Activity Aide

Belhaven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Belhaven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking an Activity Aide to assist the Activity Director in delivering a planned activity program for residents. The role includes transporting residents, maintaining records, and performing clerical tasks in accordance with regulations and company policies.

Preferred CNA background but not required. Must work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and be able to work independently as part of a team while presenting a positive image

Qualifications

• Energetic and personable to work with residents.
• Ability to motivate others to participate in activities.
• Flexible and able to work evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out activity programs for residents.
• Transport residents to and from activities.
• Maintain activity records and assist with clerical tasks.

Skills

Energetic

Personable

Motivates others

Education

High school diploma

Driver's license with F-Endorsement

Job description

The Activity Aide assists the Activity Director in carrying out a planned activity program for residents. Maintains records, transports residents to and from activities. Performs varied clerical and department maintenance functions. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

*CNA preferred but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Aides assist the recreational activities leader or activities director, helping patients or participants use equipment and supplies. Activities may include arts and crafts, outdoor activities, sports, music or drama.
• Prepares equipment and ensures the safety of patients or participants in the activity.
• Assist in leading the participants in group activities, such as an exercise class or art project.
• Proper record keeping of equipment and its use.
• Assist in planning programs for residents, which can help to provide socialization, relaxation and exercise.

Education/Experience

• Must possess a high school diploma
• Must possess a valid driver's license with F-Endorsement
• Must be able to drive the facility van
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team
• Must be able to present a positive image of the facility

Additional Skills

Activity aides should be energetic and personable to work with residents or participants. The aide should have the ability to motivate others to participate in activities. The worker should also be sensitive to the needs of each individual patient or participant