Assistant Activities

Ascension Health; Avilla (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Recreational Therapy professional for Sacred Heart Village in Avilla, IN. The role is full-time during daytime hours in the Recreational Therapy department, focusing on activity assessment and program facilitation.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe treatment area and handling clerical tasks, with preference for BLS and AED certifications. Minimum education is a high school diploma or equivalent, with experience in geriatric care encouraged.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent or 1 year of applicable experience.
• BLS Provider and Heart Saver AED preferred.
• No specific licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Assess activity needs to meet treatment goals.
• Facilitate activity-related projects and events.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized treatment area.
• Perform clerical tasks as assigned.

Skills

Geriatric care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year of job-specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Avilla, IN

Facility: Sacred Heart Village

Department: Recreational Therapy

Schedule: Days | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Conducts assessment of activity needs to meet individual treatment goals and objectives.

• Facilitates and participates in activity-related projects and events.

• Keeps treatment area clean, safe, and organized.

• Performs clerical tasks as assigned.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• None Required.

• Preferred Credential(s):

• BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Heart Saver AED. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Preferred Experience

• 1 year of experience in working with the geriatric population is preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 16.89

Max Salary 19.82