Recreational Services Aide

Citadel Healthcare; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

401(k) with company match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Program

Training Programs

Growth Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Citadel Healthcare in Northbrook, IL is seeking a Recreational Services Aide to assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating activities that support residents’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial well-being.

You will help residents participate in programs, accompany them to outings, and communicate progress to the supervising Recreational Services Director. A strong English reading/writing ability and friendly demeanor are essential.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least one year of experience in a relevant role.
• At least one year of experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Implements activity programming as planned to meet the functional levels, needs and interests of each resident.
• Assists residents to and from activity programs and outings.
• Maintains good rapport with family members and encourages family support in programs.
• Provides input to the assessment and evaluation of the resident’s participation when requested.
• Communicates a resident’s concerns and responses to interventions to immediate supervisor.
• Supports a resident’s individual needs, preferences, customary routines and choices.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual EN/RU

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

The Citadel of Northbrook is seeking a Recreational Services Aide to join their team! Under the supervision of the Recreational Services Director, the Recreational Services Aide assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of recreational, physical, emotional and psychosocial programs in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan. Bilingual candidates (English/Russian) are strongly encouraged to apply
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to join the Citadel Healthcare team and make a real difference in the lives of others. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Recreational Services Aide with us at a Citadel Center.
Recreational Services Aide Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implements activity programming as planned and assigned to meet the functional levels, needs and interests of each resident.
• Assists residents to and from activity programs and outings.
• Maintains good rapport with family members and encourages family support in programs.
• Provides input to the assessment and evaluation of the resident’s participation when requested.
• Communicates a resident’s concerns and responses to interventions to immediate supervisor.
• Supports a resident’s individual needs, preferences, customary routines and choices.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Recreational Services Aide Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately and independently with patients, families, and other staff members.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to perform the tasks required and lead groups in activities.
• Bilingual candidates (English/Russian) are strongly encouraged to apply

Recreational Services Aide Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of prior experience in a relevant role, preferred.
• At least one year of experience working in a healthcare setting.

Physical Requirements:

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required.
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards. Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.

Citadel Healthcare Full-Time Benefits:

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• And much more!

Why Citadel?
At Citadel, it’s personal. We’re more than a workplace. We’re a community of caregivers, leaders, and changemakers who show up every day with heart and purpose. Whether you’re at the bedside or behind the scenes, your work matters here because every role contributes to someone’s comfort, dignity, and healing. When you join Citadel, you’re not just building a career. You’re becoming part of something bigger.
We’ve been honored as a Certified Great Place to Work for three years in a row and named one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services, but the real reward is the difference we make together. Our people are the heart of our mission, and we invest in you with mentorship, growth opportunities, and a culture that sees you, supports you, and celebrates your impact.
Apply to join a growing team today! Citadel Healthcare has a long and successful history of providing long and short-term skilled nursing care. At Citadel, we are committed to personalized, integrated care that factors in the total well-being of every guest and their family members, and that does not just meet, but exceeds, their expectations. As part of this empathetic, respectful culture of care, we are dedicated to meeting individual preferences and needs in order to help each guest feel at home and achieve an optimal health outcome- our number one goal.
Citadel Healthcare has been nominated as a Great Place to Work. Please click on the link to learn more about our facilities. We look forward to receiving your application! https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7020324
We don’t offer care for you-we care about you. Citadel Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.