Recreation Aide

Sevita; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full compensation/benefits package for

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Employee Referral Program bonus

Job summary

Sevita’s NeuroRestorative Day Program is seeking a Recreation Aide to support clients in a therapeutic community setting in Carbondale, IL. The role offers 25–30 hours per week at $15 per hour, helping maintain a safe, warm environment and supporting group activities.

You will monitor clients, assist with group activities, complete documentation, attend trainings, and work with a compassionate, professional team committed to dignity and respect.

Qualifications

• Possess a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Must maintain a current valid driver’s license and all required certifications and tests as required by state of operation.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills to manage relationships.
• Self-motivated and collaborative; a team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain an orderly, safe, clean, and warm therapeutic environment within the Day Program.
• Assist with monitoring clients during breaks and lunchtime, including behavioral concerns, bathroom assistance, and general assistance as needed.
• Assist group leaders and/or run groups as defined by the schedule.
• Assume responsibility for persons served needs/care for cognitive therapists to enable them to return to their scheduled therapies.
• Complete all required documentation as deemed necessary.
• Attend meetings with the team and the supervisor as deemed necessary.
• Attend all training sessions as scheduled by the supervisor.
• Treat clients with respect, dignity, and compassion at all times.
• Maintain a professional attitude at all times and ensure confidentiality of privileged information.
• Cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services in any inspection or investigation.
• Complete all other duties and projects as assigned by supervisor.
• Perform other related duties and activities as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Recreation Aide

25 - 30 hrs/wk

$15/hr

Do you have experience in human services and want to work for a company that actively improves the lives of the individuals it serves? Come bring your skills to the Day Program Assistant role.

• Provide and maintain an orderly, safe, clean, and warm therapeutic environment within the Day Program.
• Assist with monitoring clients during breaks and lunchtime, including behavioral concerns, bathroom assistance, and general assistance as needed.
• Assist group leaders and/or run groups as defined by the schedule.
• Assume responsibility for persons served needs/care for cognitive therapists to enable them to return to their scheduled therapies.
• Complete all required documentation as deemed necessary.
• Attend meetings with the team and the supervisor as deemed necessary.
• Attend all training sessions as scheduled by the supervisor.
• Treat clients with respect, dignity, and compassion at all times.
• Maintain a professional attitude at all times and ensure confidentiality of privileged information.
• Cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services in any inspection or investigation.
• Complete all other duties and projects as assigned by supervisor.
• Perform other related duties and activities as required.

Qualifications

• Possess a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Must maintain a current valid driver’s license and all required certifications and tests as required by state of operation
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills to manage relationships
• Self-motivated and collaborative; a team player

Why Join Us

• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Rewarding, complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
• Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.