Demo

Independent Living Activity Assistant and Transportation Specialist

Eden Senior Care
Crest Hill, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
Vista Senior Living Management is a dedicated branch tailored specifically for senior communities. Specializing in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living services, Vista ensures unparalleled personalized care and 24-hour assistance for our residents, assuring a consistent and exceptional experience. Our unwavering mission is to provide an outstanding care experience rooted in genuine compassion and humble dedication to our senior’s well-being.

Willow Falls is a vibrant senior living community committed to enhancing the well-being of our residents through engaging programs and quality care. We foster an environment that promotes physical, emotional, and social wellness. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a personable and dependable individual to support our Independent Living community in a dynamic dual-role position.

Position: Independent Living Activity Assistant and Transportation Specialist

The Independent Living Activity Assistant and Transportation Specialist is primarily responsible for planning and leading activities within the Independent Living community, while also providing safe and reliable transportation for resident outings and appointments. This role also includes occasional support for community-wide events.

Schedule

  • Tuesday–Saturday
  • 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and facilitate activities and programs independently for Independent Living residents
  • Plan, organize, and execute engaging activities that promote resident wellness and social interaction
  • Assist with resident orientations and help new residents acclimate to the community
  • Provide safe and timely transportation for resident outings, including errands, dining, and medical appointments
  • Assist residents with boarding and exiting the vehicle, ensuring safety and comfort at all times
  • Offer support during community-wide events as needed

Qualifications

  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (subject to verification)
  • Comfortable driving a 15-passenger bus (training provided)
  • Ability to lift, push, or assist up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to complete required physical and safety orientation
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Reliable, adaptable, and team-oriented
  • No CDL required
  • Personable, outgoing, and comfortable with frequent resident interaction

Compensation: $17.00 – $18.00 per hour, depending on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Independent Living Activity Assistant and Transportation Specialist?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Independent Living Activity Assistant and Transportation Specialist career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$33,798 - $39,833
Income Estimation: 
$33,064 - $42,066
Income Estimation: 
$33,798 - $39,833
Income Estimation: 
$33,064 - $42,066
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Eden Senior Care

  • Eden Senior Care Oshkosh, WI
  • Eden Senior Care, founded in 2016, is a growing Healthcare Management company, focused on managing and operating Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assist... more
  • Just Posted

  • Eden Senior Care Omro, WI
  • Eden Senior Care , founded in 2016, is a growing Healthcare Management company focused on managing and operating Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Assis... more
  • Just Posted

  • Eden Senior Care Stow, OH
  • Vista Senior Living Management is a dedicated branch tailored specifically for senior communities. Specializing in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Indepe... more
  • Just Posted

  • Eden Senior Care St Cloud, MN
  • Eden Senior Care, founded in 2016, is a growing Healthcare Management company, focused on managing and operating Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assist... more
  • 1 Day Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Independent Living Activity Assistant and Transportation Specialist jobs in the Crest Hill, IL area that may be a better fit.

  • Encore Senior Living Barrington, IL
  • Where Lives & Careers Flourish! Make a real difference in someone’s life . . . starting with yours! At Encore Senior Living, there is a strong sense of tea... more
  • 11 Days Ago

  • Assistant Secretary for Public and Indian Housing Chicago, IL
  • This position is located at Department of Housing and Urban Development , Assistant Secretary for Public and Indian Housing . This opportunity is also open... more
  • 3 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!