Activity Aide

Nexus at Elmwood Park; Leyden Township (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS healthcare coverage

401k

Employee rewards program

Next day pay available

Growth from within

PTO package and paid holidays

Job summary

Nexus at Elmwood Park in Leyden Township, IL is seeking an Activity Assistant to support daily and group activities for residents. You will help design and implement engaging programs that suit individual needs and promote participation in a caring community.

The role emphasizes strong interpersonal communication, patient empathy, and a willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certification if needed. Join our team and grow with competitive benefits including health coverage, 401k, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Prior experience with elderly patients preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing individual and group activities.
• Provide activities for residents with special needs.
• Encourage participation and involvement of all residents.
• Prepare for and participate in resident care conferences.
• Prepare sites and materials for activities.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Join us at the Nexus of care and compassion.

Activity Assistant Benefits:

• BCBS healthcare coverage


• 401k


• Employee rewards program


• Next day pay available


• Growth from within


• PTO package and paid holidays

Activity Assistant Responsibilities:

• As an activity assistant, you will assist in the planning and implementation of individual and group activities.


• You will provide activities for those with special needs (i.e., depressed, terminally ill, bedridden).


• You will encourage the participation and involvement of all residents.


• You will prepare for and participate in resident care conferences.


• You will prepare sites and materials for activities.

Requirements

Activity Assistant Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• CPR and First Aid certified or willingness to become certified.


• Prior experience with elderly patients preferred.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

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