Activities Therapist

About the role

Mission Behavioral Health – Mission Hospital is a 16‑bed acute geriatric behavioral health facility located in Huntingburg, Indiana. This is a full‑time Activities Therapist position; work location is in person.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate individual and group recreational and leisure activities.
• Complete an Activity Assessment on each patient within a 72‑hour timeline.
• Complete daily progress notes for each patient.
• Assess patient needs, develop goals and objectives in their care plan.
• Document weekly progress in patient treatment plan.
• Work closely and effectively with all members of the treatment team.
• Post and maintain a daily Activity Schedule.
• Post and maintain a Monthly Calendar.
• Maintain the health and safety of patients.
• Attend required meetings.
• Obtain necessary supplies and equipment and ensure their accessibility.
• Work with the hospital administrator in developing an Activity Department budget.

Qualifications

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS – preferred)
• Master’s Degree in Music Therapy
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis on a therapeutic discipline
• Two (2) years of experience providing Activity Therapy; preference for minimum of two (2) years in a psychiatric or geriatric setting

Pay

$20.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance