Resident Engagement Specialist — Next Day Pay

Paul House & Healthcare Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Next Day Pay

Team environment

Training and development

Growth opportunities

Meaningful work

Job summary

Paul House & Health Care Center in Chicago, IL seeks an enthusiastic Activity Aide to plan and provide recreational, social, and therapeutic activities for residents. You will promote engagement, independence, and quality of life with a compassionate approach.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with people, bring positive energy to the workplace, and can support residents during activities. Training and growth opportunities are offered in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in activities, recreation, long-term care, or related setting preferred.
• Friendly, energetic, patient and compassionate personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative and comfortable engaging residents individually and in groups.
• Dependable and organized; able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to assist residents with mobility to and from activities as needed.
• Must meet health and background requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing and conducting recreational, social, and group activities for residents.
• Encourage and assist residents with participation in scheduled activities.
• Provide individual activities and engagement for residents as appropriate.
• Assist with holiday celebrations, special events, games, crafts, music, and other programs.
• Prepare activity areas and supplies before programs and assist with cleanup afterward.
• Assist residents to and from scheduled activities as needed.
• Develop positive and respectful relationships with residents.
• Observe resident participation and communicate changes or concerns to the appropriate team member.
• Assist with maintaining activity calendars, attendance records, and other required documentation.
• Collaborate with nursing, Social Services, dietary, and other departments to support resident needs.
• Maintain resident dignity, privacy, safety, and confidentiality.
• Follow facility policies, procedures, and applicable safety requirements.
• Perform additional activities-related duties as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in activities

Friendly personality

Communication skills

Creative engagement

Dependable and organized

Mobility assistance

Health/background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paul House & Health Care Center in Chicago, IL seeks an enthusiastic Activity Aide to plan and provide recreational, social, and therapeutic activities for residents. You will promote engagement, independence, and quality of life with a compassionate approach.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with people, bring positive energy to the workplace, and can support residents during activities. Training and growth opportunities are offered in a supportive team setting.