Activity Coordinator

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Plan direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patients treatment plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview obtain information on the patients needs skills interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treat plan.
• Plan organize direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress with treatment goals.
• Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities leisure education and leisure awareness.
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities and techniques such are sports dance music art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.

• Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and help the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
• Plan and implement activity interventions that promote a safe use of leisure time.
• Provide activity interventions to promote the development of social skills and leisure independence.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Direct and supervise activity staff in their implementation of the activity therapy program and services if applicable.

• 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:

• Bachelors Degree in Therapeutic Recreation Recreational Therapy or related field required.

• Masters degree preferred.
• Two or more years experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility is .

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be based on state or facility.

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