Activity Assistant - Yoga or Pilates Certified

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Conduct self in a professional manner.

• Display leadership and positive role-modeling with patients and residents.
• Demonstrate a willingness to perform duties of the job.
• Display professionalism in all aspects of the position including presenting with a professional image i.e. attire, grooming and presentation.
• Promote positive, team-oriented approach to patient/resident care. Maintain a supportive and collaborative environment with all disciplines.
• Demonstrate a courteous and respectful demeanor. Attempt to resolve individual issues in a positive, calm and solution focused manner.
• Identify concerns and provide input for resolution.
• Comply with Rogers Behavioral Health Policies and Procedures

Participates in Rogers Operating System

• Develop an understanding of the ROS process.
• Apply the ROS model to department functions.
• Identify ROS concerns throughout the system.

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.

With a career at Rogers, you can look forward to a Total Rewards package of benefits, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee share program
• Life/disability insurance
• Flex spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

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