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                   Thank you for your interest in learning about job opportunities 
                    in today's nursing and rehabilitation centers. Thousands of 
                    employees across Illinois have chosen to work in this profession 
                    because of the growing opportunities in healthcare. Employment 
                    in this profession will provide you with an exciting work 
                    environment, competitive wages and benefits, and, perhaps 
                    most importantly, the chance to make a meaningful difference 
                    in people's lives. Below are descriptions of the many
                  rewarding positions in long term care. To send an email to have potential 
                    nursing home employers contact you about job opportunities, 
                    please click on: I Want To Be 
                    a Hero!  
                    
                  Activities Coordinators 
                  Job Description: 
                  Nursing homes focus not only on the residents' medical needs, 
                    but also their quality of life needs. These facilities have 
                    great opportunities for individuals interested in planning 
                    rewarding activities for the residents, including programs 
                    with children, pets, and community members. No special training 
                    is needed prior to employment.  
                  Administration Positions 
                  Job Description: 
                  Perhaps one of the most undiscovered and valuable career 
                    areas in today's nursing homes is the opportunity to be a 
                    true manager with a purpose. Administrative positions offer 
                    individuals the opportunity to oversee staff members, manage 
                    resources, and develop sound leadership skills.  
                  Food Service 
                  Job Description: 
                  One of the most important parts of the residents' days is 
                    their enjoyment of their meals! Nursing homes offer many positions 
                    for those persons interested in food and dietary services. 
                   
                  Laundry / Housekeeping / Maintenance  
                  Job Description: 
                  Some of the most dedicated nursing home employees can be 
                    found in the laundry, housekeeping, and maintenance departments. 
                    Nursing homes have many positions available for persons who 
                    are interested in keeping the residents' clothing clean, their 
                    rooms neat, and their surroundings safe and in working order. 
                   
                  Nursing Assistants 
                  Job Description: 
                  Certified nursing assistants provide much of the day-to-day, 
                    hands-on care giving to the residents. Certified nursing assistants 
                    need no special training prior to employment -- only the desire 
                    to make a difference in someone's life. Once you are hired, 
                    the nursing home will pay for the state-required certification 
                    course.  
                  Nursing Positions 
                  Job Description: 
                   At the heart of a nursing home is the provision of quality 
                    nursing care. Nursing homes across Illinois have many wonderful 
                    positions for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. 
                   
                  Rehabilitation Therapy 
                  Job Description: 
                  Nursing homes are dedicated to helping residents achieve 
                    their highest level of functional independence. There are 
                    a variety of job opportunities available for physical, occupational, 
                    and speech therapists, along with rehabilitation and therapy 
                    aides.  
                  Social Services 
                  Job Description: 
                  Helping residents deal with psychological and emotional issues 
                    through group sessions and one-on-one contact is the goal 
                    of the social services department. In addition, these professionals 
                    assist residents in tapping into community resources that 
                    can make their transition to nursing home life much easier. 
                   
                  We are very interested in helping you achieve your personal 
                    and professional ambitions through job opportunities at our 
                    Illinois nursing facilities. Working in long term care is 
                    a truly rewarding endeavor. We wish you all the best with 
                    your future career plans.  
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