Engaging Recreation Aide for Senior Wellbeing

Wheaton Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Wheaton Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated Recreation Aide to support residents through physical, creative, cognitive, social, spiritual, and community programs.

You will lead activities, document participation, assist with transportation, and collaborate with the Recreation Director to provide engaging daily experiences for residents with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the center.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Provide interactive and enjoyable activities for residents.
• Lead games, crafts, and trips for residents.
• Conduct one-on-one visits with residents.
• Lead groups of varying sizes.
• Document daily resident participation.
• Assist in transporting residents to recreation programs.
• Assist residents with participation in religious programs.
• Assist with leisure recreation.
• Attend in-service training programs.
• Maintain, store, and use recreation supplies.
• Perform other duties as directed by Recreation Director.

Skills

Group leadership

Activity planning

Resident engagement

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification per regulatory requirements

Job description

Wheaton Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated Recreation Aide to support residents through physical, creative, cognitive, social, spiritual, and community programs.

You will lead activities, document participation, assist with transportation, and collaborate with the Recreation Director to provide engaging daily experiences for residents with diverse needs.