Activity Specialist

University of Missouri Health Care•Columbia, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is looking for a compassionate, energetic, and creative Activity Specialist who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. The ideal candidate brings a positive, patient-centered mindset and thrives on building connections while encouraging individuals to engage in therapeutic and recreational experiences. We seek someone who is adaptable, observant, and motivated to support patients’ emotional and social well-being through engaging group activities. A strong team player with excellent communication skills, this individual is eager to collaborate with therapy staff while also confidently taking initiative when leading activities independently. The right candidate is organized, dependable, and attentive to detail, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all participants. Join MU Health Care and be part of a team dedicated to inspiring progress, fostering engagement, and supporting every patient’s journey toward wellness.

Requirements

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.
Six (6) months of healthcare or related experience.

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct recreational, diversional, and therapeutic groups, and coordinate tasks or activities that relate to the goals and needs of the patient as per their treatment plan, under the guidance of a therapeutic recreation specialist or occupational therapist.
Encourage and facilitate patient participation in therapeutic opportunities and activities.
Assist therapy staff in evaluating patient's progress and identifying deficits, and assisting with documentation.
Assist therapy staff in leading groups by supervising patients, taking notes on their participation, escorting patients to and from groups, and facilitating their participation.
Coordinate the ordering and inventorying of supplies for the department.
Maintain the safety and cleanliness of the Therapy Department work areas. Assist with infection control procedures in shared therapeutic areas.
Prepare materials for groups including preparing craft materials.
Assist with supervising patients during treatment sessions.
Offer alternative activities on the unit for patients who may not be ready for group sessions.
Independently lead diversional groups during the weekends and evenings.
Document patients' behavior and participation in diversional groups.
May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department documents.