Activity Assistant

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Programming

• Conduct groups, as scheduled.
• Coordinate programming to meet patient/resident interests.
• Complete documentation for patient groups.
• Maintain the safety and equipment standards of the Experiential Therapy department.
• Be flexible with work assignments including schedule changes and program additions.

Patient/Resident skills

• Demonstrate knowledge of intervention strategies and utilize redirection when necessary to maintain patient/resident safety.
• Monitor patient/resident behavior and safely intervene appropriately, using de-escalation techniques and least-restrictive measures possible.
• Establish a therapeutic rapport with patient/resident groups, while maintaining appropriate, professional relationships

Staff Requirements

• Attend mandatory in-services and other in-services relevant to the position. Be responsible for educational and related regulatory requirements.
• Complete required orientation competencies and training within the Experiential Therapy department and hospital-wide.
• Attend Experiential Therapy department and program staff meetings, as required.
• Meet with manager of Experiential Therapy department regarding clinical guidance, training, program evaluation, and problem reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Additional Job Description:

Education/Training Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field including, but not limited to art, music, dance and recreation/fitness preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license. May be required to have driving record approved by Rogers Memorial Hospital's insurance carrier.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR or American Red Cross Professional Rescue certification is required within thirty (30) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification.
• Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification, including self-defense training.