Activities Assistant

Ascension • Des Plaines, IL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is part of the Activity Recreation Therapy department at Nazarethville Place. The Activities Assistant will conduct assessments of activity needs to meet individual treatment goals and objectives, facilitate and participate in activity-related projects and events, keep the treatment area clean, safe, and organized, and perform clerical tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Heart Saver AED obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience working with the geriatric population is highly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with the geriatric population.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessment of activity needs to meet individual treatment goals and objectives.
• Facilitate and participate in activity-related projects and events.
• Keep treatment area clean, safe, and organized.
• Perform clerical tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED