Activities Assistant - Therapy, FT

Find your calling at Mercy!

Assist the Recreational Therapist and nursing staff in providing individualized care for patients, focusing on their mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Works cooperatively as part of a team to coordinate and implement personalized goals and activities.

Position Details:

Location

Mercy Hospital Stoddard

1200 North 1 Mile Rd

Dexter, MO 63841

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40-hrs per week)

Shift: Varies/Rotating

Department:

Therapy

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Highschool diploma or equivalent

Certification: Must have a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card or complete a course within their probation period.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field (e.g. recreational therapy, psychology, nursing, education, or social work)

Experience: Prior experience working as an Activity Assistant or related role in a hospital or health care setting.   

Other Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Provides effective verbal and written communication, empathy, and compassion for emotional support, and can engage patients and families in decision-making processes that are essential for providing comprehensive healthcare.

• Proficient in planning and organizing activities that align with treatment goals, managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and uses computerized charting systems while adhering to safety standards.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to set and achieve goals, ensuring cohesive care plans through teamwork, monitoring and evaluating activity programs, and addresses challenges to improve outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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