Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator - Behavioral Health

Oceans Healthcare; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Behavioral Health Acadiana seeks an Activity Coordinator to support therapeutic recreation under CTRS supervision, ensuring care aligns with Joint Commission and state regulations.

You will plan and conduct individual and group activities, participate in treatment team meetings, document in the medical record, and assist in discharge planning with attention to age, disability, and cultural needs, involving families as appropriate.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• At least 1 year experience working with psychiatric patients in an inpatient setting preferred.
• Certificate of completion from an accredited Activities Training Program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing therapeutic recreational activities under CTRS supervision.
• Plan and conduct individual and group activities as assigned by CTRS.
• Participate as an active member of the treatment team and report on assigned patients.
• Document in the medical record in a timely manner.
• Communicate in an age/disability/culturally sensitive manner to patients and families.
• Identify safety, psychosocial, and equipment needs under CTRS direction.
• Assist in discharge planning considering age/disability/cultural needs and involve family where appropriate.
• Respond to inquiry calls and assist in chart audits.
• Assist in planning and conducting individual and group therapy as ordered.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Group activity planning

Age/disability sensitivity

Education

High school diploma

Activities Training Program certificate

Job description

Ochsner Behavioral Health Acadiana seeks an Activity Coordinator to support therapeutic recreation under CTRS supervision, ensuring care aligns with Joint Commission and state regulations.

You will plan and conduct individual and group activities, participate in treatment team meetings, document in the medical record, and assist in discharge planning with attention to age, disability, and cultural needs, involving families as appropriate.