Activity Aide: Hancock County Senior Services

Job Summary
This position assists the Activities Director in the development and implementation of recreation programs which meet/exceed standards of all regulatory agencies and facility policies and procedures, in order to provide a planned program of varied group and individual activities geared to the individual resident needs.  These activities will be available for a reasonable number of hours each day.  In addition, all transportation scheduling will be included – necessary appointments and outings with occasional driving if necessary.

Required Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. 2 years’ experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one of which was full time in patient/resident activities program in a health care setting OR completed a training course approved by the State of Illinois.
3. Valid driver’s license and be insurable.
4. Ability to drive a large passenger van and to load and unload residents.
5. Ability to work independently to make decisions, recognize problems, and provide a plan of correction.
6. Ability to interact tactfully with residents, families, visitors, staff and the public.

Preferred Qualifications

1. C.N.A. license (or are willing to begin coursework to obtain license upon hire)
2. Possess knowledge in the field of gerontology as it relates to long term care.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

Frequently: Works in well lighted/ventilated work areas.
Frequently: Moderate physical effort (lift/carry 25 pounds).
Occasionally: Prolonged sitting, standing, bending, lifting, moving, climbing.
Regularly: Pushing carts and wheelchairs to transport residents.
Regularly: Contact with residents’ families, personnel, and visitors under all conditions and circumstances.
Occasionally: At times subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents and/or family members.
Regularly: Subject to frequent interruptions.
Occasionally: Irregular working hours and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
Rarely: Subject to falls, burns from equipment.
Rarely: Subject to infectious diseases.

Open: Until Filled

Application Screening Starts: Immediately

Shift: Days

Wage Range: $15.50 – $16.00/hour (actual wage based on relevant experience)

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