Position: Full time Restorative Aide

Setting: LTAC

Location: Chicago, IL Lakeshore campus

We are currently recruiting for a Restorative Aide. You will work in a team where you will provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting. Provides resident care support under the direction of a licensed therapist. Help mentally and/or physically impaired residents to participate in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for carrying out individual restorative programs designed by the Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist.
• Communicates observations of residents' condition, preventing residents' neglect, abuse and violations of rights and privacy, and promoting continuity of care through accurate and timely documentation and reporting.
• Sanitization of whirlpool, tubs and showers when used in restorative therapy, and assisting residents with ambulation and transfer as needed.
• Able to lift and carry equipment, supplies and materials up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in English.
• Superior customer service and resident care skills.
• Successful candidates will demonstrate interest, enthusiasm, and experience working with older adults.

Education:

• A High School diploma or GED
• 6-12 months relevant experience strongly recommended in a rehab setting.
• CPR certification (when required).
• Willing to participate in on-the-job training after initial orientation.

Benefits:

This position offers a competitive pay rate and benefits package including:

• Medical and Dental Insurance Plans
• Vision Coverage
• Vacation
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Group Legal Plan
• Laser Eye Surgery Discount Plan