PRN WEEKEND ACTIVITY COORDINATOR

PURPOSE STATEMENT: Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan. <p><strong>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</strong></p> <p>· Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtain information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treat plan.</p> <p>· Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress with treatment goals.</p> <p>· Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.</p> <p>· Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.</p> <p>· Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.</p> <p>· Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and help the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.</p> <p>· Plan and implement activity interventions that promote a safe use of leisure time.</p> <p>· Provide activity interventions to promote the development of social skills and leisure independence.</p> <p>· Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.</p> <p>· Direct and supervise activity staff in their implementation of the activity therapy program and services, if applicable.</p> <p>· 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.</p> <p><strong>OTHER FUNCTIONS:</strong></p> <p>· Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.</p> <p><strong>EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:</strong></p> <p>· Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.</p> <p>· Master’s degree preferred.</p> <p>· Two or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility is required.</p> <p><strong>LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:</strong></p> <p>· CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).</p> <p>· First aid may be required based on state or facility.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities<br> This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the <a href='https://www.eeoc.gov/poster' target='_blank'>Know Your Rights</a> notice from the Department of Labor. null