Activity Assistant
Sierra Tucson
Summary
Assist with planning, developing, organizing, implementing and directing individual and group activities/recreation within the facility.
Job description
Purpose Statement
Assist with planning, developing, organizing, implementing and directing individual and group activities/recreation within the facility.
Essential Functions
- 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.
Other Functions
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associate's degree in activity therapy or related field preferred
- Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting preferred
- Knowledge of patient population served by the facility preferred
- CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire)
- First aid may be required based on state or facility
Company overview
Sierra Tucson is a premier behavioral health treatment center located in Tucson, Arizona, specializing in comprehensive mental health and addiction recovery services. Established as a leading residential treatment facility, Sierra Tucson provides integrated care for a wide range of conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, and co-occurring mental health issues. The facility is renowned for its holistic approach that combines evidence-based clinical therapies with experiential and wellness modalities. Sierra Tucson offers personalized treatment programs that incorporate psychiatric care, individual and group therapy, family programming, and specialized tracks for trauma, mood disorders, and addiction recovery. The center operates within a serene desert environment that supports healing and recovery, featuring state-of-the-art facilities and a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals. As a respected provider in the behavioral health industry, Sierra Tucson has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, compassionate care to individuals seeking transformative recovery experiences.