Recreational Activities Coordinator (Inpatient)

National HealthCare Corporation (NHC); Osage Beach (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) seeks a compassionate Recreational Activities Coordinator for our inpatient unit. You will plan and lead activities to bring purpose, joy, and healing to patients.

Under the Director of Clinical Services, you’ll assess patients within 72 hours of admission, collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, and manage supplies and equipment to support treatment.

Qualifications

• Experience in therapeutic recreation within a psychiatric setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver’s license; Missouri state certifications.
• Ability to stand for long periods and assist with moving patients.
• Calm, resilient approach to managing stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead activities that support patient well-being.
• Connect with patients 1-on-1 and in groups, monitoring safety and health.
• Complete initial patient assessments within 72 hours of admission and maintain progress notes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, families and coordinators to support treatment.
• Order and care for activities supplies and equipment.

Skills

Therapeutic recreation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Recreational Activities Coordinator (Inpatient)

Job Details

We are looking for a creative, compassionate Recreational Activities Coordinator to join our team. If you want to use activities and recreation to make a real difference in patients' lives, we’d love to talk to you.

Working under our Director of Clinical Services, you will plan and lead activities that bring purpose, joy, and healing to our patients.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and lead great activities (days, evenings, and holidays) that support patient well-being.
• Connect with patients 1-on-1 and in groups, keeping a close eye on their safety and health.
• Complete initial patient assessments within 72 hours of admission and keep accurate progress notes.
• Collaborate with our multi-disciplinary team, families, and coordinators to support patient treatment.
• Order and take care of activities supplies and equipment.

What We Need From You

• High school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and any required Missouri state certifications.
• At least one year of experience in therapeutic recreation within a psychiatric setting.
• The physical ability to stand for long periods and assist with moving patients.
• A calm, resilient approach to managing stressful situations or challenging behaviors.

EOE