San Jose Behavioral Health Hospital · 20 hours ago
Activity Assistant
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelSan Jose Behavioral Health is a supportive and nurturing environment providing clinically superior services to adults and adolescents struggling with mental health or behavioral health issues. The Activity Assistant will organize and lead recreational activities, serve as a resource for new patients, and document patient progress while ensuring safety and encouraging participation.
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Responsibilities
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
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility)
Preferred
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
Benefits
Competitive compensation with industry leading annual performance-based bonus opportunity
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match to support your financial future
Stock-based awards, giving you a stake in Acadia’s success
Generous paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays
Professional development & leadership training to sharpen your skills
Career mobility within Acadia’s nationwide network of 250+ facilities
Company
San Jose Behavioral Health Hospital
San Jose Behavioral Health Hospital is an 133-bed inpatient hospital that provides comprehensive treatment services for adult men and women, ages 18 and above, and adolescents, ages 14 to 17, who have been struggling with a variety of behavioral issues and mental health disorders.
Founded in 2015
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Lyna Zhang, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Stefanie Magalong
Chief Operating Officer
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