Inpatient Therapeutic Activity Coordinator

Acadia Healthcare; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking an Activity Therapist to plan, direct, and implement activity therapy as part of patient treatment. This role focuses on creating engaging therapy programs and leading sessions to support mental and physical well-being, with emphasis on individualized care in an inpatient setting.

Responsibilities include assessments, program planning, and supervising staff where applicable.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of recreation experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experience creating activity programs aligned with treatment goals.
• Ability to plan and direct activity sessions for diverse patient groups.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint training required or available upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessment through observation and interviews to inform the treatment plan.
• Plan, direct and implement activities within the program to facilitate patient progress.
• Plan and implement an activities program including therapeutic leisure skills and activities.
• Lead activity sessions to improve mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques.
• Develop and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and goals.
• Plan and implement interventions to promote safe use of leisure time.
• Provide activity interventions to develop social skills and leisure independence.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Direct and supervise activity staff if applicable.
• Demonstrate empathy and address patient complaints with safety as a priority.
• Perform other functions as assigned.

Skills

Healthcare recreation experience

Patient population knowledge

Empathy and professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking an Activity Therapist to plan, direct, and implement activity therapy as part of patient treatment. This role focuses on creating engaging therapy programs and leading sessions to support mental and physical well-being, with emphasis on individualized care in an inpatient setting.

Responsibilities include assessments, program planning, and supervising staff where applicable.