Recreational Services Aide

Omnia Healthcare Group; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

401(k) Match

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Disability Insurance

EAP

Growth opportunities

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Pavilion Healthcare in Ottawa, IL is seeking a Recreational Services Aide to support planning, implementation and evaluation of activities for residents in accordance with each care plan.

Under supervision, you will assist residents to and from programs, document participation, and collaborate with families and staff to promote engagement and well‑being.

A high school diploma is required and at least one year of healthcare experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Strong verbal and written communication with residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Implements activity programming as planned and assigned to meet residents' needs and interests.
• Assists residents to and from activity programs and outings.
• Maintains rapport with family members and encourages family involvement.
• Provides input to assessments and evaluations of residents' participation.
• Communicates residents' concerns to the supervisor.
• Supports residents' individual needs, routines, and choices.

Skills

English literacy

Interpersonal communication

Group leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pavilion of Ottawa 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.

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 AideSkills 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.

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.

Pavilion 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 Pavilion ?

At Pavilion Healthcare, people come first—those we care for and those who make that care possible. We’re a team that listens, supports, and grows together, united by a passion for making a difference every day. From your first day forward, you’ll feel the impact of a culture built on respect, belonging, and continuous growth. With hands-on training, real mentorship, and opportunities to advance, we empower you to thrive because when you grow, so does the care we deliver. Join Pavilion and be part of something meaningful.

Pavilion Healthcare provides long and short-term skilled nursing care.At Pavilion, 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.

We don’t just offer care for you – we care about you.

Pavilion 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.