Activity Assistant - PRN (1p-9:30p)

This a PRN position (1p-9:30p).​PURPOSE STATEMENT: ​Assist with planning, developing, organizing, implementing and directing individual and group activities/recreation within the facility. ​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.​EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:​High school diploma or equivalent required. ​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.​​LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: ​CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).​First aid may be required based on state or facility.We are committed to providingequal employmentopportunitiestoall applicantsforemploymentregardlessofanindividual’scharacteristicsprotected byapplicable state,federalandlocallaws.MPL01

Created: 2025-10-04