Patient Engagement & Activity Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Recreation Activities professional to plan, organize, and direct patient recreation programs within a healthcare facility. You will lead activities, welcome new patients, explain programs, and encourage participation while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate’s degree preferred), CPR certification, and experience in healthcare recreation. First aid may be required based on state or facility policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate’s degree in activity therapy or related field preferred.
• Experience in recreation in a healthcare setting preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Organize, lead and promote interest in recreational activities to patients and their families.
• Serve as a resource for new patients introducing them to other patients and staff, explaining programs and encouraging participation.
• Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels.
• Document activity interventions and patient progress in the medical record per facility documentation requirements.
• Enforce safety rules to prevent injury and modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Organize and set up the equipment used in recreational activities.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers; address complaints and prioritize patient safety.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Documentation

Patient-focused care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in activity therapy or related field

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Recreation Activities professional to plan, organize, and direct patient recreation programs within a healthcare facility. You will lead activities, welcome new patients, explain programs, and encourage participation while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate’s degree preferred), CPR certification, and experience in healthcare recreation. First aid may be required based on state or facility policies.