Recreational Therapy Aide - Flexible Scheduling & Growth

The Ridge Behavioral Health System; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Career development opportunities

Competitive compensation

401(K) with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off

Free parking on premises

Free meal with each shift

Job summary

The Ridge Behavioral Health System in Lexington, KY is seeking a PRN Recreational Activity Aide to support the hospital's recreational therapy program. You will help organize sessions, assist with activities that promote physical and mental wellness, and interact with patients with a trauma-informed approach.

This role offers flexible scheduling, meaningful work, and opportunities for professional development within UHS subsidiaries.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Some college coursework preferred.
• Experience may be accepted in lieu of formal education.
• Must demonstrate basic knowledge of emotional and mental health concepts, including addiction.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing recreational therapy sessions for patients to support physical and mental wellness.
• Maintain high-quality documentation of therapy services per hospital policies.
• Ensure treatment plans align with patients' physical condition and preferences and hospital policies.

Skills

Empathy & patient interaction

Clear communication

Psycho-education facilitation

Trauma-informed care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework

Job description

The Ridge Behavioral Health System in Lexington, KY is seeking a PRN Recreational Activity Aide to support the hospital's recreational therapy program. You will help organize sessions, assist with activities that promote physical and mental wellness, and interact with patients with a trauma-informed approach.

This role offers flexible scheduling, meaningful work, and opportunities for professional development within UHS subsidiaries.