Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

Oceans Healthcare; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Hammond is seeking an Activity Coordinator to support structured therapeutic recreational activities under the supervision of the CTRS. The role involves planning and conducting individual and group activities, participating in the treatment team, and documenting patient progress to aid recovery in inpatient and outpatient settings.

The candidate should have a high school diploma and CPR certification, with at least 1 year of experience in psychiatric care and

Qualifications

• High school graduate; CPR certification preferred or required.
• At least 1 year experience with psychiatric patients in inpatient settings preferred.
• Certificate from an accredited Activities Training Program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing therapeutic recreational activities under CTRS supervision.
• Assist in planning and conducting individual and group activities.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and report on assigned patients.
• Document promptly in the medical record.
• Communicate with patients and families in an age/disability/culturally sensitive manner.
• Assist in discharge planning and coordinating with support networks.
• Support planning and conducting individual and group therapy as ordered.

Skills

CPR certification

Communication skills

Group facilitation

Assessment ability

Education

High school diploma

Activities Training Program certificate

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Hammond is seeking an Activity Coordinator to support structured therapeutic recreational activities under the supervision of the CTRS. The role involves planning and conducting individual and group activities, participating in the treatment team, and documenting patient progress to aid recovery in inpatient and outpatient settings.

The candidate should have a high school diploma and CPR certification, with at least 1 year of experience in psychiatric care and