Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer/Client Research, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Environmental Work, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Recreational Therapy, Retirement Plan, Team Lead/Manager, Telehealth, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
Job Purpose:
- The Activities Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing a variety of therapeutic and recreational activities aimed at enhancing the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of clients. This role is pivotal in promoting a supportive and engaging environment that fosters personal growth, social interaction, and skill development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides activity services in groups and individually.
- Conducts activity assessments with individuals.
- Clinical activities, occupational activities, pro social activities and relaxation activities in order to provide meaningful therapeutic environment for the program
- Attends treatment team meetings as directed and participates in and documents treatment planning.
- Documents provision of activities services to individuals and their response to treatment. Organizes activities materials and equipment.
- Assists in inventory and shopping for activities supplies and materials.
- Assists in planning and shopping for/with consumers
- Prepares for groups and cleans up after supplies and equipment used.
- Facilitates recreational activities.
Required Education:
- High School diploma required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services field preferred
Required Experience:
- Minimum of one year experience working with the target population
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong understanding of therapeutic recreation principles and practices.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with clients, families, and team members.
- Ability to assess client needs and adapt activities to meet diverse requirements.
- Proficient in organizing and leading group activities that promote socialization and skill development.
- Demonstrated ability to handle crisis situations calmly and effectively.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Familiarity with documentation and reporting procedures in a healthcare setting.
LifeStream Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Pension Plan
- 403(b)
- Paid Time Off (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!)
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Free Telehealth Services
- HRSA Loan Forgiveness Program
- And More!
Important Notice
As part of our hiring process and in compliance with Section 435.04, Florida Statutes, certain positions require a Level 2 background screening. Employment offers are contingent upon meeting applicable requirements. For more details on Level 2 background screening requirements, please visit: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse
LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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