Activities Technician

LIFEWAYS, INC; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401K Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Lifeways, Inc. is a psychiatric facility seeking a dedicated individual to support therapeutic programs and group activities. You will plan and lead structured activities, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and emotional well-being in a safe setting.

The role emphasizes patient engagement, respectful communication, and careful documentation of participation and responses, with duties including observation and reporting to clinicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• AVADE training within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Support therapeutic treatment by planning, organizing, and facilitating structured recreational, educational, and social activities in a psychiatric facility.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to promote patient engagement, emotional well-being, and recovery in a safe environment.
• Lead or co-facilitate group activities such as arts, crafts, games, exercise, music, and life skills.
• Encourage patient participation while respecting individual goals and abilities.
• Maintain a safe environment and report changes to the clinical team.
• Document attendance, participation, and responses according to facility policies.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient engagement

Time management

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification or ability to obtain

AVADE training within 90 days

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)Support the therapeutic treatment of patients by planning, organizing, and facilitating structured recreational, educational, and social activities in a psychiatric facility.Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote patient engagement, improve emotional well-being, encourage social interaction, and support recovery in a safe and therapeutic environment.Assist in planning and implementing daily therapeutic and recreational activities for patients.Lead or co-facilitate group activities such as arts and crafts, games, exercise, music, relaxation techniques, life skills, and community meetings.Encourage patient participation while respecting individual treatment goals and abilities.Maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment during all activities.Observe patient behavior during activities and report significant changes or concerns to the clinical team.Document patient attendance, participation, and responses to activities according to facility policies.Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.Maintain standards of confidentiality of Lifeways’ clients and recordsPerform all work duties and activities in compliance with Lifeways policies/procedures, Federal & State regulations, OSHA and HIPAA regulationsBenefits offered:Medical BenefitsPreferred Provider OptionHealth Savings AccountDental BenefitsVision BenefitsFlexible Spending AccountPet InsuranceGroup Life Insurance, AD&D - Company PaidSupplemental Life Insurance, AD&DShort Term Disability - Company PaidLong Term Disability401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and ROTH) with Company Funded company match up to 6%Retirement and Financial Planning ServicesShift differential incentivesLoan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)We provide professional development to enhance various skills, certifications, and continuing educationOpportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us and have opportunitiesPaid Time Off (amount depends on years of service)Sick Leave for part-time staff(11) Paid HolidaysTuition reimbursement programCommuter Mileage IncentiveCell phone reimbursementClinical SupervisionWellness Program reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-beingRequiredHigh school diploma or GEDCPR certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)AVADE training within 90 days of hireSuccessful completion of background checkPreferredPrevious experience working in behavioral health, mental health, healthcare, or recreational programmingBilingual/multilingual