Therapeutic Activities Assistant - Geropsychiatric Services (PT)

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System in Lake Charles, LA, invites applications for the Activities Therapy Assistant (Part-Time) in the 10T - Geri Psychiatric Services department. The role conducts therapeutic group activities and supports patient-focused care.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma or GED, CPR, crisis response training, strong communication, and resilience. Join a team that values accountability, collaboration, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Requires at least high school diploma or GED.
• Prefer Bachelor's Degree in psychology or social services.
• Crisis Response Training and CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts therapeutic group activities focused on patient needs.
• Interviews patients and families to obtain histories.
• Maintains regular contact with patients to monitor responses.
• Liaises with community agencies to develop interventions.
• Participates in treatment planning and documents records.
• Communicates emotional or cognitive variances to staff.
• Provides emotional and cognitive patient care in a therapeutic manner.

Skills

Communication

Emotional resilience

Crisis response training

CPR

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Health System in Lake Charles, LA, invites applications for the Activities Therapy Assistant (Part-Time) in the 10T - Geri Psychiatric Services department. The role conducts therapeutic group activities and supports patient-focused care.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma or GED, CPR, crisis response training, strong communication, and resilience. Join a team that values accountability, collaboration, and compassionate care.