Activity Coordinator

Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

HSA and FSA options

Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D

Disability benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with company-m

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement opportunities

Job summary

Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital in Chattanooga, TN seeks an Activity Coordinator to plan, direct, and implement activity therapy programs as part of patient treatment. Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm EST; bachelor’s degree required with master’s preferred.

Two+ years in healthcare recreation are expected, CPR and de-escalation certification are required. Responsibilities include direct activity sessions, assessment development, and guiding staff while maintaining a compassionate,

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as part of the patient’s treatment plan.
• Observe patients and interview to tailor activities to needs and goals.
• Organize and lead therapy sessions in recreational activities such as arts, music and movement.
• Develop treatment plans and activity interventions aligned with patient goals.
• Promote safe, engaging leisure activities to support social skills and independence.
• Supervise activity staff when applicable and maintain a positive, professional attitude.

Skills

CPR certification

De-escalation techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Join our team as an Activity Coordinator located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This includes Recreation, Music, or Art Therapy. Our 94-bed treatment center offers superior psychiatric and addiction services to individuals of all ages.

Required Schedule:

Sunday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm EST

Erlanger Hospital offers an extensive array of benefits to our valued team members. Current offerings encompass:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• Disability benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Discount Program
• Paid Holidays for work-life balance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement opportunities for career advancement

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 are 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/Skill Requirements

• 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/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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