Job Description

Description We offer a full suite of benefits ranging from: Competitive Salary Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance FSA & HSA Plans Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Company Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discount Program 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match MANY Employee-centered events throughout the year! Starting hourly rate: $24

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Assist with planning, developing, organizing, implementing and directing individual and group activities/recreation within the facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Organize, lead and promote interest in recreational activities to patients and their families. Serve as a resource for new patients introducing them to other patients and staff, explaining programs and encouraging participation. Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels. Document activity interventions and patient progress in the medical record per facility documentation requirements. Seek supervision and support when complications arise in dealing with a patient either in an individual or group setting. Enforce safety rules to prevent injury and modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups. Organize and set up the equipment that is used in recreational activities. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree in activity therapy or related field preferred. Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility also preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor. Acadia Healthcare

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Temporary work,

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