Activity Coordinator

Acadia Healthcare; Weldon Spring (MO); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Acadia Healthcare in Weldon Spring, MO is seeking a dedicated Activity Therapist to plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as part of the patient's treatment plan. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, designing leisure activities and guiding sessions to support treatment goals.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, with 2+ years of healthcare recreation experience; CPR and de-escalation/restraint certifications are

Qualifikationen

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

Aufgaben

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and interviews to develop the treatment plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement activities within the program to support progress toward goals.
• Lead activity sessions including therapeutic leisure skills, education and awareness.
• Instruct patients in activities such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques.
• Supervise activity staff if applicable and ensure patient safety.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Observation

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation/restraint training

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

HOURLY: $18-25

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

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

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 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.

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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