Recreation Assistant

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc.; California; On-site; CAD 39,908 - 47,509; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement

Paid Sick Leave

Vacation

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Saskatchewan is seeking a full-time Recreation Assistant to support residents with activity programs and events. The role emphasizes meeting residents' spiritual, emotional, and psychosocial needs, requiring a high school diploma and CPR certification. Benefits include medical coverage, paid leave, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED. A valid California driver’s license.
• Current CPR certification.
• One year’s experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years.
• Minimum of one year experience in a psychiatric setting with chronically severe mentally ill.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of the activity program.
• Plan special events in accordance with applicable standards.
• Ensure residents' spiritual, emotional, and psychosocial needs are met.

Skills

Experience in social or recreational programs

Valid CPR certification

Understanding of psychosocial needs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Recreation Assistant role in Crestwood Behavioral Health, focused on helping residents with activity programs and planning events while meeting federal, state, and local standards and Crestwood policies. The position supports residents’ spiritual, emotional, and psychosocial needs in alignment with our model of care.

Responsibilities

• The Recreation Assistant is responsible for assisting in the development of the activity program and planning special events in accordance with applicable standards and Crestwood policies and procedures.
• Ensure residents\' spiritual, emotional, and psycho-social needs are met individually.

Schedule

• Full-Time: AM (Tuesday - Saturday)

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED. A valid California driver’s license.
• Current CPR certification.
• One year\'s experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, with at least one year full time in an activities program in a health care setting.
• Minimum of one year experience in a psychiatric setting with the chronically severe and persistent mentally ill.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Range: $21 USD - $25 USD per hour
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Buy Back
• 401(k) Retirement
• Scholarship Program
• Qualifying Supervision for BBS Associates
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Service Awards
• Jury Duty Pay

About Crestwood Campus

Crestwood\'s American River campus includes American River Residential Services (ARRS) and American River Psychiatric Health Facility. Programs support each client\'s recovery journey with strengths-based and self-determined goals, effective tools, problem-solving strategies, and emphasis on four pillars: Meaningful Roles, Spirituality, Hope, and Empowerment.

Additional Information

The salary range listed represents the minimum and maximum base pay at posting. Final salary is based on skills, experience, licensure, and program needs. For more about Crestwood and benefits, visit the Career Page at: crestwood.jobs or the site at workatcrestwood.com.

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