Recreation Assistant – Mental Health & Recovery

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eastern State Recreation Assistant at UKHC in Lexington, KY supports patient recovery by coordinating classes and activities, scheduling sessions, and assisting with transportation and on-unit groups. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to HIPAA while delivering compassionate care in a dynamic healthcare setting.

This staff position requires a high school diploma with potential shift variability and weekend/holiday coverage; a bachelor’s degree and mental health experience

Qualifications

• HS diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or higher.
• Mental health experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with patient care as needed.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patients for classes and activity sessions.
• Assist with planning and leading recovery mall and on-unit groups.
• Provide transportation and escorting support for patients.
• Foster teamwork and communication within the health care team.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic, and compliant unit environment; document accurately.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organization

Prioritization

Computer skills

Internet

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

The Eastern State Recreation Assistant at UKHC in Lexington, KY supports patient recovery by coordinating classes and activities, scheduling sessions, and assisting with transportation and on-unit groups. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to HIPAA while delivering compassionate care in a dynamic healthcare setting.

This staff position requires a high school diploma with potential shift variability and weekend/holiday coverage; a bachelor’s degree and mental health experience