Assistant Activities

Ascension; Avilla (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement (403b)

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance & professional dev.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Legal and pet insurance options

Job summary

Ascension in Avilla, IN is seeking a Recreational Therapist for the Sacred Heart Village on-site, full-time. The role focuses on assessing activity needs to support treatment goals and facilitating engaging, therapeutic activities in a clean, safe environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating activity-related projects, handling clerical tasks, and supporting geriatric care as part of a dedicated team within a Catholic healthcare system that offers diverse benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Required Credential(s): None Required.
• Preferred Credential(s): BLS Provider (AHA or Red Cross accepted).
• Heart Saver AED (AHA or Red Cross accepted).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Assessment

Activity planning

Clerical tasks

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

None Required

Job description

• Locations 515 N Main St, Avilla, IN, 46710, US (On-site)

Benefits Statement

• 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

Job Description

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 qualifications 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.

Why Join Our Team

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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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