Senior Recreation & Wellness Aide – Full-Time Benefits

Pavilion of Ottawa; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

401(k) with company match

Medical Insurance

Dental, Vision, and Disability insur.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Innovative Training Programs

Opportunity for Growth and Advancement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Pavilion of Ottawa is seeking a Recreational Services Aide to join their team. Under the supervision of the Recreational Services Director, the Aide assists in planning, implementing and evaluating recreational programs in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan.

Responsibilities include leading activities, assisting residents to events, communicating with families, and contributing to assessments. A healthcare setting exposure is preferred and English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of prior experience in a relevant role.
• At least one year of experience working in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Implements activity programming as planned to meet residents' needs and interests.
• Assists residents to and from activity programs and outings.
• Maintains rapport with family members and encourages family support in programs.
• Provides input to the assessment and evaluation of residents' participation.
• Communicates residents' concerns and responses to interventions to the supervisor.
• Supports residents' individual needs, preferences, routines and choices.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Group leadership

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Pavilion of Ottawa is seeking a Recreational Services Aide to join their team. Under the supervision of the Recreational Services Director, the Aide assists in planning, implementing and evaluating recreational programs in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan.

Responsibilities include leading activities, assisting residents to events, communicating with families, and contributing to assessments. A healthcare setting exposure is preferred and English communication is essential.