Recreational Activity Aide

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Career development within UHS

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical, dental, vision & Rx

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Retention bonus program

Referral bonus program

Free parking on premises

Free meal with each shift

Job summary

The Ridge Behavioral Health System in Lexington, KY is seeking a Recreational Activity Aide to support the hospital's recreational therapy program. You will help organize therapy sessions, assist with documenting services, and ensure treatment plans align with patient needs and hospital policies.

This PRN role offers varied shifts, 8-hour days, and opportunities to contribute to patient wellness in a collaborative, trauma-informed environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred.
• Experience may be accepted in lieu of college coursework.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of emotional and mental health concepts including addiction.
• Clear communication and ability to facilitate psycho-education groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing recreational therapy sessions for patients.
• Maintain high quality documentation of therapy services.
• Ensure treatment plans are suitable for patients’ physical condition and in line with hospital policies and patient preferences.

Skills

Emotional health concepts

Communication skills

Psycho-education groups

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

Recreational Activity Aide

Opportunity:

PRN, Varied Shifts, 8 Hours

We are looking for Recreational Activity Aides that:

• Believe in providing exceptional service to every patient, every interaction, every time.
• Value a trauma-informed approach to care.
• Want to be part of a supportive, professional team dedicated to creating a safe and therapeutic environment.

Located in Lexington, Kentucky, The Ridge offers a healing environment to reassure patients’ sense of security and confidentiality. Dedicated to excellence, The Ridge is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, as a licensed, 110-bed hospital, providing psychiatric (mental health) and substance use disorder (drug and alcohol rehabilitation) services to children, adolescents and adults. Inpatient care is provided on a 24-hour basis, seven days a week. Outpatient and partial hospitalization services are provided on a five-day per week basis, days and evenings. Care is provided according to an established code of ethical conduct and strict adherence to patient rights. Website: The Ridge Behavioral Health System | Lexington, KY

Position Summary:

The Activity Aide is responsible for implementing various aspects of the recreational therapy program based upon each unit needs and patient demographics. Follows and abides by company policies, procedures, and Corporate Compliance Program, as applicable to role and responsibilities.

Job Duties Include:

• Assist in organizing recreational therapy sessions to interact with patients and offer recommendations for physical and mental wellness.
• Assist in maintaining high quality documentation of all therapy services consistent with the hospitals’ policies.
• Assist in ensuring treatment plans are suitable for patients’ physical condition and are in accordance with the hospital policies and the patients’ preferences.

What We Offer You:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Challenging and rewarding work environment with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement Program, Retention Bonus Program, and Referral Bonus Program
• Close to Hamburg & I-75
• Free parking on premises
• Free meal with each shift

About Universal Health Services:

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Some college course work preferred.

Experience

• Experience may be accepted in lieu of college course work.

Other Skills

• Must demonstrate basic knowledge of emotional and mental health and disease concepts including the disease of addiction.
• Must have clear communication / interaction skills and demonstrate competency in facilitating psycho-education groups.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.