Behavioral Health Activities Coordinator

Universal Health Services; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services in the United States seeks a qualified activities therapist to plan, organize, and direct medically approved activity programs for behavioral health patients. You will coordinate activities like sports, drama, games, and arts and crafts to foster social skills and confidence in group settings.

Responsibilities include instructing relaxation techniques and exercises, preparing progress reports, and potentially training other team members in activity therapy, while

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of the English language.
• Computer literacy; familiarity with Microsoft Office preferred.
• Willingness to cross-train in other areas.
• Experience or training in providing structured activities.
• Commitment to compliance and Code of Conduct, attendance at required training, and reporting suspected issues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct medically approved activity programs for patients.
• Organize activities such as sports, dramatics, games and arts and crafts to build interpersonal relationships and social participation.
• Instruct patients in relaxation techniques, calisthenics and group exercises.
• Prepare progress charts and reports for medical staff and treatment team.
• May supervise and train other staff in activity therapy and across disciplines.

Skills

English language

Computer literacy

Cross train willingness

Structured activities experience

Education

High School diploma, GED or higher education

Current CPR

CPR certification per AHA Healthcare Provider program

Job description

Universal Health Services in the United States seeks a qualified activities therapist to plan, organize, and direct medically approved activity programs for behavioral health patients. You will coordinate activities like sports, drama, games, and arts and crafts to foster social skills and confidence in group settings.

Responsibilities include instructing relaxation techniques and exercises, preparing progress reports, and potentially training other team members in activity therapy, while