Pediatric Activity Specialist - Part-Time Evenings

Pediatric Specialty Care; Point Pleasant (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Pediatric Specialty Care in Point Pleasant, PA is seeking a warmhearted Activities Assistant to join our team in a Part-time status. You will plan and lead 1:1 and group activities under the guidance of a Recreational Therapist, creating engaging experiences for medically fragile children.

As part of a pediatric setting, you’ll tailor programs to developmental levels, foster social interaction, and support emotional well-being, contributing to quality of life and daily joy for our residents.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Artistic background or previous instruction from a certified activity consultant.
• Ability to lead group programs.
• Previous experience working in an activities department in long term care or hospital setting.
• Reads, writes and understands English at intermediate level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, preparing, and leading 1:1 and group activities.
• Support community life programming both on and off campus.
• Adapt activities to meet each child’s physical and developmental abilities.
• Encourage participation and build positive, supportive relationships.
• Assist with ADL care as needed in accordance with care plans.
• Document participation and engagement accurately and timely.
• Support a safe, inclusive, and uplifting environment.
• Collaborate closely with the Recreational Therapist and interdisciplinary team to ensure programming is purposeful and individualized.

Skills

Artistic background

Ability to lead group programs

Empathy

Patience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pediatric Specialty Care in Point Pleasant, PA is seeking a warmhearted Activities Assistant to join our team in a Part-time status. You will plan and lead 1:1 and group activities under the guidance of a Recreational Therapist, creating engaging experiences for medically fragile children.

As part of a pediatric setting, you’ll tailor programs to developmental levels, foster social interaction, and support emotional well-being, contributing to quality of life and daily joy for our residents.