Activity Coordinator

Acadia Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Activity Coordinator to supervise and develop therapeutic recreation programs for patients. You will assess needs, design individualized activities, and lead sessions to support treatment goals and promote social skills and independence.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation (Master’s preferred) and 2+ years in healthcare recreation, plus CPR certification. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is available.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview to inform the treat plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress.
• Plan and implement an activities program including therapeutic leisure skills, education and 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 to meet needs.
• Develop and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and help achieve treatment goals.
• Plan and implement activities to promote safe use of leisure time and social skill development.
• Direct and supervise activity staff in the implementation of the activity therapy program if applicable.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude; address patient concerns and maintain safety.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Skills

Patient assessment

Activity planning

Staff supervision

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Activity Coordinator - Sonora Behavioral Health

$2,500 sign-on!

Shift: Day

Join our team as an Activity Coordinator and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives through therapeutic recreation and engagement. In this role, you will assess patient needs, develop and lead activity-based interventions, and create individualized programs that support treatment goals, build social skills, promote independence, and enhance overall well-being in a safe and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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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