Therapeutic Activity Coordinator

Oceans Healthcare; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital, an Oceans Healthcare Company, seeks an Activity Coordinator to assist in providing structured therapeutic recreational activities under the supervision of the CTRS. You will help plan and conduct individual and group activities and participate as an active member of the treatment team.

The role requires high school graduation, at least 1 year with psychiatric patients in an inpatient setting, and completion of an Activities Training Program.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate ability to provide care appropriate to ages served with sensitivity to culture and disability.
• Must be able to assess and interpret patient status to identify needs and provide appropriate care.
• CPR certification and Oceans-approved behavioral de-escalation program required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing structured therapeutic recreational activities under CTRS supervision.
• Plan and conduct individual and group activities as assigned.
• Attend treatment team meetings and report on patients.
• Document timely in medical records and communicate with patients and families.
• Identify safety and equipment needs under CTRS direction.
• Assist in discharge planning considering age and cultural needs.

Skills

Communication

Group facilitation

De-escalation training

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Activities Training Program certification

Job description

Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital, an Oceans Healthcare Company, seeks an Activity Coordinator to assist in providing structured therapeutic recreational activities under the supervision of the CTRS. You will help plan and conduct individual and group activities and participate as an active member of the treatment team.

The role requires high school graduation, at least 1 year with psychiatric patients in an inpatient setting, and completion of an Activities Training Program.