Activities Assistant

Come join our team as a Activities Assistant, at Resource Treatment Center! Resource is the states leading inpatient facility for adolescents. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about behavioral health and have experience working with youth. The right candidates will have experience working with this population. Degree in related field required. Experience with LGBTQ youth is preferred.

We are looking for someone with experience creating and implementing activities for youth.

We offer a full suite of benefits ranging from:

• Growth Opportunities second to none in the industry
• Competitive hourly rates
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• HSA & FSA
• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D
• Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - with company match
• Employee Assistance Program/Employee Discount Program

Flexible hours available for Full Time

Responsibilities:

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility 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 helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.
• Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• 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.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• CTRS preferred

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 21 years of age. Must have and maintain a valid Indiana driver's license and maintain automobile insurance coverage.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Activities: 1 year (Required)
• Adolescents: 1 year (Required)
• Inpatient: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CTRS (Preferred)

Work Location: In person