Activity / Activities Aide - Behavioral Health Center
Job Description
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- Start Date: ASAP, we have a new employee orientation class starting soon
- Orientation Note: Our New Employee Orientations are held every other Wednesday, starting at 10:30am. You will need to attend the full day.
- Hourly Wage: $15.00/hr
- Status: Full Time; PM shift
- Schedule: 1-9pm, with an every-other weekend rotation
About Bourbonnais Terrace:
Our Healthcare center serves mental health patients. Our residents are adults working to rebuild their psychological health and independence. They count on us. We take pride in creating a warm, welcoming home where everyone feels respected and cared for.
Here, you’re more than your job title. You’re part of a family. Every day, you’ll make a difference in the lives of people who need kindness, patience, and support. Whether you’re preparing a meal, keeping our center clean, or greeting someone with a smile, your work brings comfort and connection to our residents.
Be part of something meaningful. Your work here changes lives.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Friendly, family-like team: Supportive coworkers who genuinely care about each other.
- Meaningful work: Every task you do helps make someone’s day better.
- ️♂️ Easy commute: Many people even bike or walk to work!
- Positive environment: A happy, welcoming place where you’re valued.
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.