Recreational Services Aide

Omnia Healthcare Group; Sandwich (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Program

Innovative Training Programs

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Pavilion Healthcare is seeking a Recreational Services Aide to assist in planning and implementing recreational programs for residents. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work positively with patients, families, and staff.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and prior experience in healthcare is preferred. This position offers full-time benefits including competitive compensation, medical insurance, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• At least one year of prior experience in a relevant role preferred.
• At least one year of experience working in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Implements activity programming to meet resident needs.
• Assists residents in activity programs and outings.
• Maintains rapport with families and encourages their support.
• Provides input on resident participation in activities.
• Communicates resident concerns to the supervisor.
• Supports individual needs and preferences of residents.
• Performs other assigned duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Positive relation skills

Group leading skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pavilion on Main Street 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.At this facility, this is a collectively bargained position under the union.

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.

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

• 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.