Activity Assistant

Acadia Healthcare; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in California seeks a Recreation Therapist to plan and implement recreational activities for patients. The role involves organizing events, engaging patients, and maintaining documentation to support therapeutic goals. Ideal candidates will have experience in recreational activities and a strong educational background in a related field.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate's degree preferred.
• Experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead recreational activities for patients.
• Serve as a resource for new patients, encouraging participation.
• Document patient progress and activity interventions.

Skills

Empathy

Organization

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in activity therapy or related field

Job description

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.