IVH-L ACTIVITY PROGRAM AIDE II (FULL TIME)
About The Position
The Activity Program Aide II creates engaging experiences for residents through activities, events, and one-on-one interactions. The position encourages participation, supports individual interests, fosters connection and well-being, observes residents’ progress, and works with the care team. Under the general supervision of the Adjutant, the aide suggests, organizes, and implements individual and group activities; encourages participation; observes resident behavior and progress; escorts veterans to and from activity areas; and maintains activity supplies and equipment. The role is based fully in the office at the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs location in La Salle, Illinois. Work hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., rotating, including every other weekend and holidays as scheduled. Overtime may be required, including evenings and weekends. The job requires standing for the duration of the shift apart from breaks and lunch, and is classified as heavy work, including lifting up to 100 pounds at a time and frequently lifting or carrying objects up to 50 pounds. Travel may be required, including overnight stays as appropriate.
Requirements
- High school completion or equivalent knowledge, skill, and mental development.
- One year of experience in activity program service.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
- Ability to meet agency vaccine and health-related policies and guidance.
- Ability to acquire and maintain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
- Ability to stand for the duration of the shift, except during official breaks and lunch.
- Ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Appropriate, valid driver’s license.
- Ability to perform heavy work, including lifting up to 100 pounds at a time and frequently lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work overtime, including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime, and to work evenings and weekends.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of knowledge of the principles of care, treatment, and supervision of residents.
- At least one year of experience observing resident behavior or reactions and reporting them.
- At least one year of experience instructing and directing individual or small-group activities and maintaining resident interest and participation.
Responsibilities
- Suggest, organize, and implement planned individual and group activities.
- Encourage residents’ interest and participation through one-on-one or group interaction.
- Observe individuals’ behavior, participation level, reactions, and progress.
- Escort veterans to and from activity areas, observe safety precautions, and assume responsibility for their personal needs and control while in the activity area.
- Maintain orderly storage of activity supplies and equipment.
- Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the position.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension plan
- Pre-tax benefit programs
- 12 paid sick days annually
- 10–25 paid vacation days based on years of service
- 3 paid personal days, prorated based on start date
- 13–14 paid state holidays annually
- Flexible work schedules in many program areas, where applicable
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
