Activity Aide Hardin, IL

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation, Sick & Personal Time Off

Life, Critical Illness & AD&D Insurance

Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is looking for a part-time Activities Aide to assist the Activity Director in implementing engaging programs at Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC. The ideal candidate will be service-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Key responsibilities include hosting activities, maintaining attendance records, and interacting positively with residents and staff. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Activity Director with seasonal décor of the facility.
• Invite residents to activity programs as appropriate.
• Host assigned activities for the day with residents.
• Assist in transporting residents to and from activities.
• Maintain daily attendance records for resident activities.
• Perform slight housekeeping tasks after parties and programs.
• Interact with all involved in a non-judgmental, supportive manner.
• Address family satisfaction issues timely.

Skills

Service-oriented

Self-motivated

Optimistic

Dependable

Team-player

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Activities Aide

Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC is seeking a part‑time Activity Aide. The Activity Aide assists under the direction of the Activity Director in carrying out a planned activity program for residents, including therapeutic, neurological, and medical needs. The role requires knowledge of age‑specific developmental factors for adults and geriatric residents and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Desired Traits

• Service‑oriented – kind, patient, and helpful to everyone
• Self‑motivated – driven by goals and willing to do whatever is needed
• Optimistic – positive, can‑do attitude
• Dependable – coworkers and residents can rely on
• Team‑player – cooperative and works easily with others

Essential Duties

• Assist Activity Director with seasonal décor of the facility.
• Invite residents to activity programs as appropriate and as determined in the Care Plan.
• Host the assigned activities for the day with residents.
• Assist in transporting residents to and from activities.
• Maintain attendance records for resident activities on a daily basis.
• Perform slight housekeeping tasks, such as clean‑up following parties and programs.
• Interact with residents, family members, co‑workers, clinical and ancillary staff in a non‑judgmental, supportive, and calm manner.
• Address family satisfaction issues timely and assist in resolving the matter in a professional manner.

Qualifications

Education / Training: Must possess a high school diploma and a valid driver's license.

Experience: No experience required. Prior experience in long‑term care preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Personal Time Off
• Life, Critical Illness & AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program