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Activity Therapist Assistant
4 weeks ago
Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri immediate opening for an Activity Therapist Assistant. We are seeking individuals who are committed to improving the lives of those with mental health illnesses.
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Missouri is a residential treatment facility providing care to adolescents. Located in the Waynesville, MO, Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri’s goal is to provide a responsive healing environment for patients and to inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and compassion. Join our professional team today.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals through therapeutic activities, we encourage you to apply for the position of Activity Assistant. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth within our organization.
Apply today to join our dedicated team
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Follow directions as given by supervisors. Adhere to the mandatory guidelines for youth care, nursing and all policies and procedures.
- Provide care to residents in a manner that considers safety, resident’s rights, resident’s comfort, maintains confidentiality, and respects cultural and religious differences.
- Lead and participate in recreation services to residents both individual and groups by following approved, scheduled activities and the program calendar developed by the Program Director. Assist with trips outside the facility, including 12-15 hour out of town trips.
- Teach and assist residents in activities of daily living including maintaining the cleanliness and repair of the facility property and tools.
- Follow the Individual Treatment Plan and implement the specified plan interventions when needed. Use positive reinforcement to promote positive behavioral changes. Assist with physician holds, physical restraints, and seclusions under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
- You are counted in the staff/child ratio. Remain with assigned residents to interact, assist, and /or transport residents (unless instructed otherwise by immediate supervisors, Director of Youth Care, Youth Care Coordinator, and Charge Nurse). Always obtain approval from supervisors before leaving the assigned work area. Assured coverage is provided for assigned residents prior to leaving.
- Explain activities, events, procedures and/or treatments to residents, family and other caregivers in a language and cognitive level understood by people served.
- Observe and document resident behavior in a one on one or group setting and report unusual observations to a Youth Care Coordinator and Charge Nurse. Submit legible and accurate, written or dictated, behaviorally specific and goal-oriented progress notes to client records in a timely manner, preferably by the end of assigned shift.
- Assist Program Director in maintaining an accurate inventory of supplies and equipment. Assist with the cleanliness, upkeep and repair of the activity therapy department, equipment, tools, and supplies.
- Recognize and report suspected abuse and neglect according to policy, procedure, and law.
- Participate in personal performance appraisals and staff development by completing all required annual training, i.e. Handle with Care, CPR, fire safety, infection control, training, and certifications necessary to manage and guide residents in a safe, effective activity and recreational therapy program.
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by modeling positive behavior and communicating in a manner that promotes cooperation and teamwork with co-workers, supervisor, residents, and visitors. Adhere to the organization’s policies, procedures, and code of ethics.
- Maintain a safe work environment by following safety practices within the center and reporting any safety concerns/issues to the Safety Risk Management Officer immediately.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
- Valid Missouri driver’s license.
- Experience in a mental health setting (preferably with adolescents), and knowledge of child/adolescent growth and development and the ability to relate to adolescents with substance abuse or mental health problems.
- Knowledge of community resources and recreation principles and practice.
- Experience in coordinating, supervising, and participating in therapeutic group activities such as physical education, leisure education, adventure therapy, arts and crafts, etc.
- Must be able to participate in the scheduled physical activities.
Perimeter Healthcare is one of the leading behavioral health care providers in the country for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults. We deliver hope to our patients through the delivery of comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and commitment on service excellence is available across several states and in different care settings. Our team ensures our patients receive the required care that they or their loved one needs. We offer several programs for our patients including inpatient acute treatment and residential treatment. We are seeking staff who exhibit daily the following values: C- Compassion A- Accountability R – Respect and E- Empowerment.
EEO
We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Types: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Psychiatry
- 8-hour shift (9a-5p)
- Day shift (Mon-Fri)
- Some weekend availability
- Waynesville, MO 65583: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
- Are you at least 21 years old? (required)
- High school or equivalent (required)
- Day Shift
- Weekend rotation
*Please note that this position may require occasional evening and/ or weekend availability. *
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