Activity Coordinator

Acadia Healthcare; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Belton, TX is seeking an Activity Therapist to plan, direct and implement activity therapy as part of the patient’s treatment plan, focusing on therapeutic recreation to support recovery and well‑being.

You will assess patient needs, design engaging programs, lead sessions, and supervise staff if applicable while ensuring safety and compassionate care. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred, with 2+ years in healthcare recreation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field is required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessment through observation and interviews to tailor the treatment plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement activities within the program to support goals.
• Lead activity sessions to improve patients' mental and physical well‑being.
• Instruct patients in activities such as sports, dance, music, art, or relaxation techniques.
• Develop plans and interventions to meet patient needs and promote safety and leisure independence.
• Supervise activity staff when applicable and ensure high quality service.
• Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward patients and families.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Recreation Therapy

Patient Observation

Family Interview

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Purpose Statement

Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan.

Essential Functions

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtain information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treat plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress with treatment goals.
• Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
• Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and help the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
• Plan and implement activity interventions that promote a safe use of leisure time.
• Provide activity interventions to promote the development of social skills and leisure independence.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Direct and supervise activity staff in their implementation of the activity therapy program and services, if applicable.
• 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, and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility is required.

Licenses, Designations, and 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.

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