Activity Assistant - Part Time at Acadia Healthcare Comprehensive Treatment Centers

, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

26.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Activity Planning, Patient Care, Recreational Therapy, Documentation, Patient Assessment, Safety Enforcement, Conflict Resolution, Group Leadership, Empathy, Professionalism

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Work Schedule: Day, Part Time SJBH Range = $25.00/hour - $26.00/hour - DOE San Jose Behavioral Health provides a comprehensive package of benefits for Full-time. Current benefits include: Competitive salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan with match General Paid Time off to include: Vacation, Sick, Personal Days, and Extended Sick Leave plus Holidays/Holiday Pay Excellent training program Professional growth opportunity that is second to none in the industry. Join a team with defined career paths and a national family of hospitals and facilities 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, completing assessments, 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. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility. COMPENSATION Compensation for roles at San Jose Behavioral Health varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, San Jose Behavioral Health provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below. SJBH Range = $24.00/hour - $26.00/hour - DOE We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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Responsibilities

Plan and implement individual and group recreational activities to promote patient engagement and well-being. Document patient progress and maintain a safe, professional environment for all participants.