Therapeutic Activities Specialist

Salem Health & Rehabilitation Center; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health & Rehabilitation Center in Salem, VA is seeking a high energy Activities Professional to assist in coordinating and implementing recreational activities for patients. The role supports an active Activities Department, leads group activities, and contributes to patient assessments and care plans under the direction of the Activities Director.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree (or two years of relevant state-approved training), with certification by NCAP or enrollment

Qualifications

• Associate degree (2 years) in a relevant field or equivalent qualification.
• Certification by the National Council for Activity Professionals is required or expected.
• Completion/enrollment in a state-approved activities training course is required or preferred.
• A four-year college degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, conducting, and evaluating scheduled activities within the Activities Department.
• Lead group activities, maintain attendance records, and collect oral histories.
• Complete patient assessments, progress notes, and care plans as directed by the Activities Director.

Education

Associate degree (2 years)

Certification by the National Council for Activity Professionals

State-approved activities training course

Four-year college degree (Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or Activities Professional)

Job description

Salem Health & Rehabilitation Center in Salem, VA is seeking a high energy Activities Professional to assist in coordinating and implementing recreational activities for patients. The role supports an active Activities Department, leads group activities, and contributes to patient assessments and care plans under the direction of the Activities Director.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree (or two years of relevant state-approved training), with certification by NCAP or enrollment