Activities Assistant, PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Assistance & 401(k)

Job summary

Rainier Springs, part of LifePoint Health, is seeking an Activities Assistant for inpatient care. The role focuses on delivering activity groups, documenting patient responses, and coordinating with the Activity Therapist to support therapeutic goals.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, CPR/De-escalation training (or within 30 days), and prior psychiatric health care experience. Per diem schedule with competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides activity groups.
• Documents the patient's response to groups pertinent to patient treatment on daily/weekly progress status.
• Provides and documents appropriate alternate interventions when patients miss groups.
• Provides groups according to the protocol set forth by the Activity Therapist, communicate, and work with the patient to achieve the greatest benefit and resolution.
• Maintains constant communication with the Activity Therapist when patient is not responding to the treatments.
• Contributes to the effective functioning of the patient's program.
• Understands the age differences and the corresponding developmental needs.
• Provides activities suitable to the patient's needs and offers a variety of stimuli in accordance with the treatment plan, with approval of AT or AT lead.
• Contributes to treatment planning with feedback to nursing and program staff to achieve therapeutic interventions with supervision from AT or AT Lead.

Skills

CPR Certification

De-escalation Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy or equivalent

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Schedule: Per Diem

Your experience matters

Rainier SpringsispartofLifepoint Health,a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Weare driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-beingso you can provide exceptional care to others. As an ActivityTherapist, Inpatient joining our team,you'reembracing a vital mission dedicated tomaking communities healthier®.

Howyou'llcontribute

An Activities Assistant who excels in this role: This position is responsible for supporting the needs of the department with a focus on clinical, operational, and administrative excellence.

• Essential Functions
• Provides activity groups
• Documents the patient's response to groups pertinent to patient treatment on daily/weekly progress status, as appropriate
• Provides and documents appropriate alternate interventions when patients miss groups
• Provides groups according to the protocol set forth by the Activity Therapist, communicate, and work with the patient to achieve the greatest benefit and resolution
• Maintains constant communication with the Activity Therapist when patient is not responding to the treatments
• Contributes to the effective functioning of the patient's program
• Understands the age differences and the corresponding developmental needs
• Provides activities suitable to the patient's needs and offers a variety of stimuli in accordance with the treatment plan, with approval of AT or AT lead
• Contributes to maintain a quality program to satisfy the therapeutic needs of the patient
• Offers direction and education to maintain clear communication of expectations
• Provides quality programming to support the objectives of the patient and their needs
• Contributes to treatment planning with feedback to nursing and program staff to achieve therapeutic interventions with supervision from AT or AT Lead

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year.

• 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).

• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Whatwe'relooking for

• High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy or equivalent preferred.
• CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred.

Hourly range: $20.32-$25.10per hour.

If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, please inform us immediately. You can contact us at 833-271-4269 to report the issue. For more information on your rights under Washington's pay transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries website at: https://lni.wa.gov

EEOC Statement

Rainier Springsis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Rainier Springsis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees andcomplies withall 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.