Activity Assistant

Pacific Grove Hospital; Riverside (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Grove Hospital seeks an Activity Assistant to plan and implement activities for patients. This entry-level full-time role emphasizes empathy, leadership, and communication skills while providing comprehensive support to enhance patient engagement. Competitive benefits and a dynamic work environment enhance the opportunity for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, Associate's degree preferred.
• Experience in recreation within healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and promote recreational activities to patients.
• Document activity interventions and patient progress.
• Enforce safety rules and modify activities as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Empathy

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in activity therapy or related field

Job description

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We Offer a Full Suite Of Benefits Ranging From

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• FSA & HSA Plans
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• MANY Employee-centered events throughout the year!
  
  

Starting hourly rate: $24

Purpose Statement

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

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.
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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