ACTIVITY AIDE/COORDINATOR

Uhs • Las Vegas, NV

306d • $18 - $28

About The Position

Spring Mountain Treatment Center is currently seeking a dynamic professional to join our team as a full-time Activity Aide. Activity Aide's are primarily responsible for general recreation activities with direction/assistance from the Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Implements Activity Therapy groups under supervision of CTRS. Assists with Activity Therapy outings may lead recreational outings. Maintains decorations, bulletin boards on the unit. Administer Activity Therapy assessment and interpret to write ITPs under supervision of CTRS. Knowledge of treatment programs, leisure education, social skill development, arts, and sports, needed. They present good communication and observation skills as well as the ability to accurately process and document information.

Requirements

• High School diploma required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience assisting with recreation activities, or focus groups.
• Minimum of one year experience working in a psychiatric facility.
• Knowledge and experience in arts, sports, and general recreation activities.
• Ability to modify activity according to client participation and/or disability.
• Knowledge and experience with behavior management procedures.
• Understand and honor the established hospital rules, regulations, and Policy & Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs recreational activities, structured division, or outings with direction of the Activity Therapist CTRS, Directory Activity Therapy and Program Director.
• Requests supplies/equipment/maintenance in a planful manner.
• Uses variety and creativity in planning outside events.
• Assists in the provision of groups and in monitoring behaviors during group.
• Performs ITP measures for Activity Therapy.
• Implement provision of creative expression, teambuilding, physical education/fitness, social skill development, leisure education, self-esteem building, anger management/replacement and family recreation and community reintegration activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Personal and Laundry Services
• Education Level: High school or GED