Activity Coordinator

CenterPointe Hospital•St. Charles, MO

3d•$18 - $25

About The Position

The Activity Coordinator plans, directs, and implements activity therapy programs as part of patients’ treatment plans. The role includes assessing patient needs, abilities, interests, and limitations; developing and delivering tailored activities and interventions; and supporting patients’ mental and physical well-being, social skills, and independence in leisure activities. The coordinator may also direct and supervise activity staff. A professional, empathetic approach and a focus on patient safety are expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy, or a related field.
Two or more years of recreation experience in a healthcare setting, including knowledge of the patient population served by the facility.
CPR certification and de-escalation/restraint certification; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
First aid may be required depending on state or facility.

Responsibilities

Assess patients through observation and patient and family interviews to identify needs, skills, interests, and limitations for treatment planning.
Plan, organize, direct, and implement activities within treatment programs to support patient progress toward treatment goals.
Plan and implement programs that include therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education, and leisure awareness.
Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patients’ mental and physical well-being.
Instruct patients in activities and techniques such as sports, dance, music, art, or relaxation, tailored to their needs.
Develop treatment plans and activity interventions that address patient needs and interests and support treatment goals.
Plan and implement interventions that promote safe use of leisure time.
Provide interventions that promote social skills and independence in leisure activities.
Modify activities to meet the needs of specific groups.
Direct and supervise activity staff in implementing the activity therapy program and services, if applicable.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; acknowledge and work to resolve complaints when patient needs are unmet; prioritize patient safety.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.