Activity Aides at Bryn Mawr Care Inc

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Sep, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

16 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Activity Planning, Group Leadership, Patient Care, Communication, Organization, Creative Thinking, Basic Computer Skills, Patient Charting

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description ACTIVITY AIDE - Bryn Mawr Care, Chicago, IL - Full Time Bryn Mawr Care, a Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facility in the Uptown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL is in need of upbeat, friendly, compassionate Activity Aides. You'll be planning, organizing and leading activities and going on community outings under the direction of the Activities Director. $18.00 per hour! (Please note, this is a Union position and requires dues.) Available Positions: Full Time, 1st shift: 9a-5p Full Time 2nd shift: 2p-10p If you seek a career in the mental health field, this is an excellent opportunity for first-hand experience in the setting! Responsibilities of the Activity Aide: · Assist the Activities Director in carrying out the plan of care for each consumer · Assist with recreational activities, arts and crafts, religious and community activities, service activities, intellectual and educational activities · Participate in community planning related to the interests and needs of the consumer and family · Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and a positive, calm environment · Record consumers' participation in daily activities and chart their progress #IND4 Requirements Job Requirements/Qualifications: High school diploma required Must be deemed eligible to work in Healthcare by IDPH; pass a criminal background check which may include fingerprinting Basic computer skills Experience with group activities Must speak, read and write English; bi-lingual a plus Must be highly organized, take initiative, think creatively and communicate well with others Must have compassion, tolerance and understanding of the consumers Be considerate, pleasant and professional in the performance of duties and interactions with staff Bryn Mawr Care is a Behavioral Facility that specializes in Rehabilitation and Recovery services for adults with psychiatric illnesses, located in Chicago’s historic Uptown neighborhood, within walking distance of beautiful Lake Michigan, Montrose Harbor, parks and lakefront trails. To learn more about our facility, go to www.wilsoncareinc.com Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and lead recreational, educational, and community activities for consumers in a mental health rehabilitation facility. Assist the Activities Director in implementing care plans and documenting consumer progress.