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Avantara Aurora

Activity Aide

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What they do

An Activities Director oversees the therapeutic and recreational activities for geriatric groups. They may work in a retirement home, nursing home, senior center or healthcare setting.

$51,090 / year median in Illinois

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Welcome to Avantara Aurora , a top-rated skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in the vibrant Aurora, Illinois community. Known for its exceptional care, Avantara Aurora holds the Gold Seal of Approval® Certification from The Joint Commission for its commitment to healthcare quality and safety, including post-hospital rehabilitation and nursing care. Avantara Aurora is rapidly growing and our team is looking to invest in an Activity Aide by providing opportunities to further your career and with the tools and encouragement you need to succeed. If you're looking to be part of an award-winning team that values compassionate care and professional development, Avantara Aurora may be the perfect place for you.
We offer great benefits including:
On Demand Pay. Competitive wages. Tuition reimbursement. Internal growth opportunities. Medical, dental, and vision insurance options. Short-term and long-term disability insurance options. 401K with employer match. Employee concierge program. Employee assistance program. And more! Please note that benefit packages vary based on hours worked. As an Activity Aide , you are instrumental in maintaining the emotional and social wellbeing of our residents'. Your work will ensure our residents receive the high standard of care they have grown to expect at Avantara Aurora by interacting with and providing companionship to our residents, encouraging residents to participate in activities, assisting with scheduling movies, planning parties, organizing games, crafts, and accompanying residents on activities outside of the facility. Our residents will depend on your knowledge, skills, and attention to detail to ensure they emotional and social wellbeing needs are met. To be eligible for consideration applicants should have: As a minimum, a tenth (10th) grade education. Prior Activity Aide experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility setting is preferable. Avantara Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Avantara Aurora never requests or sends money, payment transfers, direct deposit, or Social Security Number (SSN) information as part of their recruitment process.