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Activity Assistant - Long Term Care- PRN

Mercyhealth · Harvard, IL · $15.00–$24.00 an hour · Per diem

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

How would you work with OT, PT and speech therapy staff when planning activities?

What they are checking: Whether they see activities as part of therapy goals and seek input from the rehab team.

Tell me about a time you led a group activity. How did you keep people involved?

What they are checking: Whether they have the energy and leadership to run engaging groups.

This is a PRN role with most activities in the evenings or on weekends. How does that fit your schedule?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably cover the times when activities are actually needed.

Tell me about a time you had a disagreement with a coworker. How did you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they resolve conflict without blaming, which the posting names as an expectation.

What would you do

A patient recovering from a stroke doesn't want to join any activities. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can gently engage someone who is discouraged without forcing them.

During bingo, a patient suddenly looks pale and says they feel dizzy. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop, keep the patient safe and get nursing help right away.

How would you come up with a monthly activity calendar that keeps things fresh?

What they are checking: Whether they can plan variety and creativity into the schedule rather than repeating the same few things.

About the work

How would you do an activities assessment with a new patient on the inpatient rehab unit?

What they are checking: Whether they ask about real interests and limits so activities fit the person, not a generic schedule.

How would you plan an activity like cooking or Wii bowling for patients with different physical abilities?

What they are checking: Whether they can adapt activities so everyone can join safely at their own level.

How would you document a patient's participation and tolerance after an activity?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that charting tolerance helps the rehab team track progress.

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The full job description

As published by Mercyhealth.

Overview: Conducts activities assessments to determine patients' interests and desired activities Schedule: PRN Shift: Variable-As needed ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Conducts activities assessments on all new admissions to the Comprehensive Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit. • Provides activities including but not limited to crafts, cooking, Wii, bingo, etc. • Maintains a monthly calendar/schedule of activities provided. • Seeks input and direction from OT/PT/SLP staff to provide patient centered activities. • Completes computer charting in flowsheet format to document participation and tolerance to activity. • Communicates with interdisciplinary rehab team including physiatrist. • Most activities are provided in the evenings or on weekends. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE BLS certification within 90 days of hire OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers information and reports as appropriate. Technical Skills - Some experience with crafts, cooking, and other leisure activities. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on resolving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Motivation - Self-directed in daily work routine; remains productive during work hours; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time, ready to start shift. Basic Word computer skills, EPIC EMR experience helpful but not required PAY RANGE: $15.00 - $24.00 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. Click here for more details. At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: • #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 • One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers • A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

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