What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator position at Southcoast Behavioral Health?
Overview
Hourly rate: $23-25 per hour
Southcoast Behavioral Health is looking for a caring and creative Activities Coordinator to help our patients heal and thrive. In this role, you'll lead engaging therapeutic activities — from art and music to movement and relaxation — while building personalized plans that support each patient's unique journey. If you have a heart for helping others and a passion for meaningful work, we'd love to welcome you to our team.
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan.
Benefits offered by Southcoast Behavioral Health:
- Health made simple: Three UMR medical plans—including a no-deductible Surest PPO with upfront copays—plus dental and vision with 100% preventive care.
- Support for your finances: HSA/FSA options, employer-paid disability, life insurance (1.5x salary), and a 401(k) through Empower to help you plan ahead.
- Care for your wellbeing: Free counseling (CuraLinc), virtual therapy (Talkspace, Teladoc), and programs for maternity, tobacco cessation, and chronic conditions.
- Added peace of mind: Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage when you need extra protection.
- Help beyond the workplace: An Employee Assistance Program with free legal, financial, and identity support.
- Perks you’ll appreciate: Tuition support (EdAssist), early pay access (EarnIn), discounts (PerkSpot), and emergency assistance through the Employee Cares Fund.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtain information on the patient’s 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.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Two or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility is required.
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 providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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Salary : $23 - $25