Activity Therapy Assistant

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • Modesto, CA

53d • $25 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to Clinical Programs Manager and with clinical oversight from the Activity Therapist, the Activity Therapy Assistant facilitates treatment groups, assists in evaluating and/or assessing patients and their potential for participation in expressive arts therapy groups. Works closely with the Activity Therapist in coordinating activities appropriate to the therapeutic milieu.

Requirements

• High School Diploma preferred, AA or Bachelors Degree in Art therapy, Music Therapy, Movement/Dance Therapy, Recreational Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or other appropriate discipline preferred.
• Entry level accepted; 1+ yrs experience in acute care or skilled nursing facility, Psychiatric Inpatient, experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS card.
• Water-safety certification per Stanislaus County Water Safety Regulations within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to perform groups and activities in other languages highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates treatment groups.
• Assists in evaluating and/or assessing patients and their potential for participation in expressive arts therapy groups.
• Works closely with the Activity Therapist in coordinating activities appropriate to the therapeutic milieu.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

What This Job Offers

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