Resident Activity Aide: Enrich Lives with Engaging Programs

The Alden Network; Shorewood (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alden Network is seeking an activities professional to implement and manage daily activity schedules for residents in IL. You will support the Activity Director to deliver person-centered programs, ensure adherence to regulations, and foster engaging community interactions.

Responsibilities include assessing resident needs, documenting progress, and coordinating with staff to maintain a vibrant activity calendar. Strong empathy, organization, and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school education required.
• At least 1 year experience in healthcare, volunteering or with disabled population.
• Knowledge of Federal and State activity regulations.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Bi-lingual abilities preferred depending on facility.
• Must have a valid IL driver’s license.
• Punctual and time efficient, especially with activity calendar.
• Empathy, compassion, energy, and humor to interact with residents, families and staff.
• Able to relate to ill, disabled, elderly and emotional/hostile individuals.
• Strong communication with community, health professionals and external providers.
• Understand and manage one's own and staff's emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide feedback to Activity Director to monitor goals.
• Lead a therapeutic, person-centered activity program aligning with mission and philosophy.
• Follow Activity Policies and Federal/State regulations.
• Develop resident-centered activity plans based on backgrounds and needs.
• Ensure daily activities reflect residents' schedules, rights and choices.
• Address communication needs of residents (language services, boards).
• Conduct and complete ongoing assessments across social, medical, cognitive and other areas.
• Document all required activity-related notes and records.
• Maintain Resident Daily Participation, Progress notes, Leisure Interest Survey and Planning sheets.
• Update activity boards monthly with themed ideas.
• Encourage community involvement and participation in events.
• Assist in resident outings and transportation when needed.
• Follow staff schedules and work as a team.
• Maintain schedule integrity and avoid canceling activities without permission.
• Maintain equipment and supplies; notify when replacements are needed.
• Update calendars and boards daily.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Healthcare exp

Regulations knowledge

English literacy

Bilingual preferred

IL driver license

Empathy & communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Alden Network is seeking an activities professional to implement and manage daily activity schedules for residents in IL. You will support the Activity Director to deliver person-centered programs, ensure adherence to regulations, and foster engaging community interactions.

Responsibilities include assessing resident needs, documenting progress, and coordinating with staff to maintain a vibrant activity calendar. Strong empathy, organization, and communication are essential.