Activity Assistant

Harboroaks; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Harboroaks in Indiana is seeking an Activity Therapist to plan, organize, and lead recreational activities within a healthcare facility. Evening and weekend availability is required to support patient and family engagement.

Responsibilities include promoting participation, documenting patient progress, and ensuring safety during activities. CPR, de-escalation, and First Aid certifications are required or available on hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in activity therapy or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility also preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Organize, lead and promote interest in recreational activities to patients and their families.
• Serve as a resource for new patients introducing them to other patients and staff, explaining programs and encouraging participation.
• Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels.
• Document activity interventions and patient progress in the medical record per facility documentation requirements.
• Seek supervision and support when complications arise in dealing with a patient either in an individual or group setting.

Skills

CPR certification

De-escalation techniques

First aid knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in activity therapy or related field (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Able to work evenings and weekends.

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Assist with planning, developing, organizing, implementing and directing individual and group activities/recreation within the facility.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Organize, lead and promote interest in recreational activities to patients and their families.
• Serve as a resource for new patients introducing them to other patients and staff, explaining programs and encouraging participation.
• Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels.
• Document activity interventions and patient progress in the medical record per facility documentation requirements.
• Seek supervision and support when complications arise in dealing with a patient either in an individual or group setting.

• Enforce safety rules to prevent injury and modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Organize and set up the equipment that is used in recreational activities.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in activity therapy or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility also preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 21 years of age. Must have and maintain a valid Indiana driver's license and maintain automobile insurance coverage.

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