Activity Assistant (PRN/Per Diem)

Acadia Healthcare; Indio (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare's Coachella Valley Behavioral Health in Indio, CA seeks a Per Diem/PRN Activity Assistant for the Day Shift. The role involves leading recreational activities, guiding new patients, and documenting progress in medical records.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR certification, and healthcare recreation experience; an associate’s degree is preferred. First aid may be required by state or facility rules.

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 the patient population served by the facility also preferred.
• CPR certification required (training available upon hire).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

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.
• 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 toward customers always.
• When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.

Skills

CPR Certification

De-escalation training

First aid

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in activity therapy or related field

Job description

Per Diem/PRN - Activity Assistant - Day Shift

Coachella Valley Behavioral Health, Indio, CA

Hourly rate range: $25.00

Coachella Valley Behavioral Health is a NEW, state‑of‑the‑art inpatient facility in Indio, California. We provide clinically excellent treatment for adults who are struggling with mental health concerns and substance use disorders. We are the only facility of its kind in the area and are proud to provide services for those in need of effective behavioral healthcare.

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 toward 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 the 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 requirements.

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