Engaging Activities Assistant – Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health®; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Loan/tuition assistance

Job summary

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is opening a brand-new 72-bed behavioral health facility in 2026 in Lynchburg. We are seeking an Activities Assistant to support activity programs and patient engagement under supervision.

You will work with an Activity Therapist to implement therapeutic activities, participate in holidays and events, and help patients develop social skills and confidence in group settings. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• CPR certification and CPI within 30 days.
• Bachelor's degree in recreation-related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist and execute medically approved activity programs.
• Regulate content of programs according to patient needs and treatment plan.

Skills

CPR Certification

CPI Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation or related field

Job description

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is opening a brand-new 72-bed behavioral health facility in 2026 in Lynchburg. We are seeking an Activities Assistant to support activity programs and patient engagement under supervision.

You will work with an Activity Therapist to implement therapeutic activities, participate in holidays and events, and help patients develop social skills and confidence in group settings. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities available.