Coachella Valley Behavioral Health, a new premier inpatient treatment center for adults age 18 and older, is opening soon and will set the standard for nursing care in behavioral health. Our 80-bed hospital offers comprehensive training, dynamic leadership, and personalized support so you can achieve your greatest potential.

STATUS:  PRN (on-call/as needed); weekend availability a must

SALARY:  $23/hour

This position, under the direct supervision of the Manager/Activity Therapy, will assist in the planning, coordinating and implementing a comprehensive exercise and recreation program. Assistance in program development, activity class instruction, didactic class instruction, and personal training appointments.

The Activity Assistant will:

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.

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.