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Restorative Aide

Lifepoint Health·Chicago, Illinois

$18 - $20/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 29 days ago
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Restorative Aide · $18 - $20/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -44% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Chicago, Illinois ($32.00/hr, n=395)
  • 498 similar openings in the Chicago area · median $32.00/hr
  • 4 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$8.45/hr · lowesthighest · $175/hr
this role: $18.00/hrmedian $32.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 395 posted behavioral health roles in Chicago, Illinois rates. This role sits in the 18th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 44% below the Chicago, Illinois median for behavioral health roles.

The Restorative Aide is responsible for carrying out individual restorative programs designed by therapists and documenting resident conditions accurately. They also assist residents with mobility, perform equipment sanitization, and ensure high-quality customer service.

Facility Name

Kindred Hospital - Chicago North

Schedule: Full-time

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Restorative Aide joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute

  • 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
  • Other duties as assigned

Why join us

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.

Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED and are strongly recommended to have 6-12 months of experience in a rehabilitation setting. The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and effective communication skills in English.

  • high school
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Reporting
  • Sanitization
  • Customer service
  • Patient care
  • Restorative therapy
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Transfer assistance
  • Elderly care
  • Physical therapy support
  • Occupational therapy support
  • Speech pathology support

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Medical coverage
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Company match
  • Loan assistance
  • 401(k) retirement package
  • Mental health services
  • Paid family leave
  • Accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Gym memberships

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $20/hr
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Posted
Aug 13, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Lifepoint Health

Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas is a system of hospitals located across Middle Tennessee with a vision of transforming healthcare by improving health outcomes, enhancing the patient experience, and improving access and convenience. Visit one of our critical access...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

  • 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

Hourly Rate: $18-$20hr

EEOC Statement

Kindred Hospital - Chicago North is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.

Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.

We believe that success is achieved through talented people.

We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.

We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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Market context

Behavioral health roles in Illinois

Behavioral health positions in Illinois often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed or graduate-prepared candidates who can work in clinical, community, or care-coordination settings. This role is competitive because the required background is specific—either a master’s degree in a human services field or an active Illinois RN license, with behavioral health experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure, degree, and setting experience before applying.