Activity Therapist Assistant
Perimeter Healthcare Careers
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Job summary
Perimeter Behavioral Health is a leading mental and behavioral health provider offering inpatient, residential, and outpatient care for adolescents. The Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Missouri in Waynesville delivers compassionate treatment and individualized plans to support recovery and well-being.
The Activity Therapist Assistant role supports recreation-based therapy, leads groups, and collaborates with the team to assess client needs, track progress, and maintain safe, engaging activities
Qualifications
- Valid Missouri driver's license is required.
- Experience in a mental health setting, preferably with adolescents, and knowledge of child/adolescent growth and development.
- Knowledge of community resources and recreation principles and practice.
- Experience coordinating, supervising, and participating in therapeutic group activities such as physical education, leisure education, adventure therapy, arts and crafts.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate Recreation Activities: Lead and assist in a variety of therapeutic recreational activities, including arts and crafts, sports, games, and outdoor excursions, tailored to meet the diverse needs of clients.
- Individual and Group Sessions: Conduct both individual and group therapy sessions, encouraging participation, fostering teamwork, and facilitating social interactions among clients.
- Assessment and Planning: Collaborate with Program Director to assess client needs and preferences, contributing to the development of individualized treatment plans and setting achievable goals.
- Monitor Progress: Track client participation and progress in activities, providing feedback to the therapeutic team and adjusting programs as necessary to optimize engagement and outcomes.
- Promote Safety and Well-Being: Ensure a safe and supportive environment during all activities, adhering to facility policies and procedures, and addressing any behavioral challenges appropriately.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of client participation, progress, and any incidents, contributing to ongoing assessments and treatment planning.
Skills
Job description
Perimeter Behavioral Health is one of the leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers in the country. We deliver hope to our patients through the delivery of comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and commitment on service excellence is available across several states and different care settings.
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Missouri is a residential treatment facility providing care to adolescents. Located in Waynesville, MO, Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri’s goal is to provide a responsive healing environment for patients and to inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and compassion.
- Facilitate Recreation Activities: Lead and assist in a variety of therapeutic recreational activities, including arts and crafts, sports, games, and outdoor excursions, tailored to meet the diverse needs of clients.
- Individual and Group Sessions: Conduct both individual and group therapy sessions, encouraging participation, fostering teamwork, and facilitating social interactions among clients.
- Assessment and Planning: Collaborate with Program Director to assess client needs and preferences, contributing to the development of individualized treatment plans and setting achievable goals.
- Monitor Progress: Track client participation and progress in activities, providing feedback to the therapeutic team and adjusting programs as necessary to optimize engagement and outcomes.
- Promote Safety and Well-Being: Ensure a safe and supportive environment during all activities, adhering to facility policies and procedures, and addressing any behavioral challenges appropriately.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of client participation, progress, and any incidents, contributing to ongoing assessments and treatment planning.
Perimeter Behavioral Health is one of the leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers in the country. We deliver hope to our patients through the delivery of comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and commitment on service excellence is available across several states and different care settings.
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Missouri is a residential treatment facility providing care to adolescents. Located in Waynesville, MO, Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri’s goal is to provide a responsive healing environment for patients and to inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and compassion.
- Facilitate Recreation Activities: Lead and assist in a variety of therapeutic recreational activities, including arts and crafts, sports, games, and outdoor excursions, tailored to meet the diverse needs of clients.
- Individual and Group Sessions: Conduct both individual and group therapy sessions, encouraging participation, fostering teamwork, and facilitating social interactions among clients.
- Assessment and Planning: Collaborate with Program Director to assess client needs and preferences, contributing to the development of individualized treatment plans and setting achievable goals.
- Monitor Progress: Track client participation and progress in activities, providing feedback to the therapeutic team and adjusting programs as necessary to optimize engagement and outcomes.
- Promote Safety and Well-Being: Ensure a safe and supportive environment during all activities, adhering to facility policies and procedures, and addressing any behavioral challenges appropriately.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of client participation, progress, and any incidents, contributing to ongoing assessments and treatment planning.
- Valid Missouri Driver's License
- Experience in a mental health setting (preferably with adolescents), and knowledge of child/adolescent growth and development and the ability to relate to adolescents with substance abuse or mental health problems.
- Knowledge of community resources and recreation principles and practice.
- Experience in coordinating, supervising, and participating in therapeutic group activities such as physical education, leisure education, adventure therapy, arts and crafts, ect
- Must be able to participate in the scheduled physical activities.
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and ongoing training
- Rewarding, purpose-driven work environment
- Company-sponsored retirement plan with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- 1000 Hospital Rd Waynesville, MO 65583
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