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Activities Coordinator-Geriatric Behavioral Health

UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital

1 Positions

ID: 23676855

Posted On 10/31/2022

Job Overview

Overview

We are looking for a full-time Activities Coordinator to work in our Geriatric Behavioral Health department. Work hours will be days, Monday - Frdiday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, for 80 hours per pay period.

The Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing and coordinating the Geropsychiatric unit's therapeutic patient activities and assisting patients with daily living activities.

Why UnityPoint Health?

  • Commitment to our Team – We’ve been named a  Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022  by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members. 
  • Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience  a culture  guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. 
  • Benefits – Our competitive  Total Rewards  program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. 
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. 
  • Development – We believe equipping you with support and  development opportunities  is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. 
  • Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. 

Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.  https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/  

Responsibilities

Program Coordination/Patient Care

  • Plans and implements the unit’s Activity Therapy Program, including planning of daily events, special events and providing in-services for other staff participating in the activity therapy program.
  • Conducts activity therapy group sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of group principles and good group techniques.
  • Completes activity therapy assessments in prescribed time frame.
  • Participates in multidisciplinary treatment planning.
  • Effectively participates in the referral development process as a member of the Referral Development Committee,
  • Provides feedback to supervisor on an ongoing basis regarding concerns, improvements, changes, etc.
  • Oversees Volunteers that come in to help with activities.
  • Maintains activity therapy supplies and equipment in an orderly and safe manner.
  • Brings to Program Director’s attention, any significant issues related to program functioning.

Basic UPH Performance Criteria

  • Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
  • Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
  • Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
  • Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
  • Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
  • Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Preferred or Specialized

Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy

Experience:

At least 1 year of prior experience in recreational or activity therapy

License(s)/Certification(s):

· RRT (Registered Recreational Therapist) or CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) certification

· Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

· Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.

· Multicultural sensitivity

· Microsoft Office – basic computer skills

· Customer/patient focused

· Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions

· Accepts and acts upon constructive criticism

· Interacts and communicates with others in a way that promotes a positive and cooperative work environment

· Demonstrates initiative and enthusiasm in performing job duties

· Willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of workload fluctuations or other departmental needs

· Channels concerns appropriately

· Fosters sense of teamwork and collaboration within the department and Hospital

· Provides input, suggestions, and support appropriately

· Maintains composure and professionalism during difficult situations

Other:

Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

  • Area of Interest: Therapy;
  • FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
  • Department: Other Behavioral - Geropsyc;
  • Shift: Days, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, for 80 hours per pay period.;
  • Job ID: 116043;

Primary Contact

13511

Michelle Pickel

HR Recruiter, HR

563-589-2608

Phone

Phone

Phone

Fax

michelle.pickel@unitypoint.org

Email

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Job Details

Categories

Health Care
Information Technology/Telecommunications

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time


Qualifications

Education

Bachelors

Company ID

168

Job REQ #

23676855

# Positions

1

Start Date

20221031

End Date

20221127

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About the Company

A CAREER AT UNITYPOINT HEALTH - FINLEY HOSPITAL

UnityPoint Health team members come for a job, but stay for a career. As a team member, regardless of your position, you'll get the chance to change lives on a daily basis in order to deliver our vision of the Best Outcome for Every Patient, Every Time. That privilege drives employees' passion for making a difference in the lives of our patients, helping them create healthier, more rewarding lives.

At UnityPoint Health - Finley Hospital, we know our collective actions determine the experience we create. Our team members strive to work as one through four key values:

* Foster Unity
* Own the Moment
* Champion Excellence
* Seize Opportunity

If you are interested in joining our team, please visit http://www.unitypoint.org/dubuque/employment-opportunities to learn about our many opportunities and to fill out an online application.

ABOUT OUR HOSPITAL

UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital is a 126-bed community hospital. We employ more than 800 full-and-part-time employees.  Finley Hospital is a not-for-profit, locally owned, regional healthcare facility part of the UnityPoint Health system. Finley Hospital is committed to bringing the best medical care to the tri-state area. We offer comprehensive, full service health care that is coordinated around our patients.  We have consistently been recognized as a leader in health care.