Assistant Activities

Ascension; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,168,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance (Vocare) & ongoing

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Other benefits: legal & pet insurance,

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension in Chicago, IL seeks an Activities Aide to support patient care through activity planning and implementation. This on-site role is part-time with rotating shifts and involves helping meet individual treatment goals in a supportive environment.

You’ll participate in activity projects, maintain a safe and organized space, and perform clerical tasks as needed. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with required licensure like BLS and AED within 30 days and an active driver's license.

Qualifications

• BL S Provider certification within 30 days of hire date (AHA or Red Cross accepted)
• Heart Saver AED within 30 days of hire date (AHA or Red Cross accepted)
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Active Driver's License
• Available to work every other weekend

Responsibilities

• 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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Locations 7262 W Peterson Ave, Chicago, IL, 60631, US (On-site)

Benefits Statement

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

Job Description

Location: Chicago, IL

Department: Activities

Schedule: Rotating Shifts | Part-time

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 qualifications 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.

Additional Preferences:

• Active Driver's License.
• Available to work every other weekend.

Why Join Our Team

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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