Resident Activity Coordinator – Growth from Within

BRIA Health Services; Elmwood Park (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS coverage

401k

Rewards program

Next day pay

Growth within

PTO & holidays

Job summary

BRIA Health Services in Elmwood Park, IL seeks an Activity Assistant to support planning and delivering engaging activities for residents in daily care. You will help create programs for residents with special needs and encourage wide participation in all activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain), and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Experience with elderly patients preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing individual and group activities.
• Provide activities for residents with special needs (e.g., depressed, terminally ill, bedridden).
• Encourage participation and involvement of all residents.
• Prepare for and participate in resident care conferences.
• Prepare sites and materials for activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

BRIA Health Services in Elmwood Park, IL seeks an Activity Assistant to support planning and delivering engaging activities for residents in daily care. You will help create programs for residents with special needs and encourage wide participation in all activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain), and strong interpersonal and communication skills.