Patient Activity Aide - Rehab & Social Engagement

Talentify; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearl of Downers Grove in Downers Grove, IL is seeking an Activity Aide to enhance the daily lives of patients through personalized recreational activities. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to implement engaging plans and monitor progress, focusing on comfort, safety, and dignity.

You will lead games, crafts, and social events, support daily living tasks, and maintain accurate records, contributing to a compassionate, patient-centered care environment at our post-acute rehabilitation

Qualifications

• 0 years of experience in health care.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of recreational therapy principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assisting patients with recreational activities, such as bingo, board games, and arts & crafts
• Organizing and leading group activities, including exercise programs and social events
• Maintaining accurate records of patient activities and progress
• Collaborating with therapists and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care
• Providing assistance with daily living tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pearl of Downers Grove in Downers Grove, IL is seeking an Activity Aide to enhance the daily lives of patients through personalized recreational activities. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to implement engaging plans and monitor progress, focusing on comfort, safety, and dignity.

You will lead games, crafts, and social events, support daily living tasks, and maintain accurate records, contributing to a compassionate, patient-centered care environment at our post-acute rehabilitation