Activity Assistant - PRN

Acadia External • Alexandria, LA

28d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED