Job Description

When you're a patient, games, music, and entertainment can be the highlight of your day. We know that emotional well-being is just as important as clinical care, and that’s where you come in.

We’re seeking an Activity Aide to involve residents in a therapeutic engagement program. You will help residents with life enrichment activities and a variety of entertainment options to help keep them engaged in their recovery programs. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in sports , culture, music , and traditional recreational activities , to help bring joy, structure, and stimulation to those in our care.

What You’ll Do

• ✅ Lead engaging group activities , ranging from fitness and games to music and arts
• ✅ Lead stimulating individual cognitive and memory retention events for our long-term residents
• ✅ You may be asked to drive and escort residents to off-site events utilizing our facility van
• ✅ Maintain accurate documentation in PointClickCare (EMR system)
• ✅ Collaborate with our health care teams to individualize your approach

Why Join Us?

• You’ll make a difference every day in someone’s life
• Every day brings an opportunity to create joy and connection
• Supportive, team-based behavioral health environment
• Growth opportunities and full benefits

Ready to participate in activities/events full of purpose and possibility?
Apply today and help our residents heal, connect, and thrive

Qualifications

Activities Aide (in other centers this may be called a Life Enrichment Coordinator)

• Prior experience as an Activity Aide in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), or Assisted Living Facility (ALF) is strongly preferred.
• Candidates with a current IL Drivers License and proof of auto insurance will be considered
• The ideal candidate is outgoing, compassionate, and skilled at creating a welcoming environment that encourages resident involvement and participation.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) or patient documentation systems is preferred.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Additional Information

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job.

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This center is managed by TRANSITIONAL CARE MANAGEMENT. We currently provide comprehensive management services to several inpatient healthcare centers throughout Northern IL & the Chicagoland area. These settings include Long-term Care Skilled Nursing (SNFs), Short-term Care Rehabilitation, Intermediate Care (ICFs), and Behavioral Health Service (SMHRFs) centers.

Each center is unique; offering you a variety of long-term career opportunities.