Activity Specialist (part-time)

Area of Interest ----------------

Behavioral Health Services -------------------------

FTE ------

Hours per pay period -------------------

0.4

Department ------------

Res Care Facility-Kingston ---------------------------

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Shift ------

Monday-Friday Days hours will vary

Job ID ------

178379

Overview ----------

AbbeHealth Services-is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success.

Are you a compassionate fun and caring person looking for a rewarding career in a care-giving setting? Are you looking to make a difference in others lives? AbbeHealth is seeking a dedicated Activity Specialist to provide activities and supervision to adults with physical and cognitive disabilities at our Cedar Rapids location.

Why UnityPoint Health ---------------------

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We are proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off • Parental leave • 401K matching • Employee recognition program • Dental and health insurance • Paid holidays • Short and long-term disability • Pet insurance

We even offer early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career, and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities -----------------

### Plan and Implement Participant Programming

Plan and implement participant programming.

### Implement Treatment Plan Approaches

Implement treatment plan approaches as designed.

### Develop Monthly Activity Calendar

Develop monthly activity calendar.

### Demonstrate Interactive Creative and Engagement Programs

Demonstrate interactive, creative, and engagement programs.

### Assist Participants in Therapeutic Interventions

Assist participants in appropriate therapeutic interventions.

### Assist in Planning Development and Participation in Participant Programming

Assist in planning, development, and participation in participant programming.

### Maintain Reference Library of Activity Materials

Assist in maintaining a reference library of activity materials.

### Recruit Scheduling and Train Volunteers

Assist in recruiting, scheduling, and training volunteers to assist with activities.

### Maintain Program Areas

Responsible for program areas being maintained and ready for use.

### Maintain a Clean and Safe Work Environment

Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

### Provide Personal Care

Provides personal care to participants as needed.

### Consult with Staff Members

Consults with appropriate staff members regarding participant issues through attendance at interdisciplinary team meetings.

### Document According to Regulations and Policies

Documents according to regulations and policies.

### Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Able to lift 50 pounds.

### May Drive Participants

May drive participants to and from center.

### Performs Other Duties as Assigned

Performs other duties as assigned.

### Some Weekend and Evening Work May be Required

Some weekend and evening work may be required.

### Ability to Relate Well to Participants

Ability to relate well to the frail senior and/or challenged adults.

### Ability to Communicate Clearly and Effectively

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written form.

### Ability to Communicate with Participants and Staff

Ability to communicate with participants family members and staff.

### Willing to Learn Therapeutic Interventions

Willing to learn appropriate therapeutic interventions for adults with physical, psychological, memory, and other impairments.

### Flexibility to Respond to Demanding Situations

Flexibility to respond to constantly changing and demanding situations.

Qualifications --------------

### Education

Must be at least 18 years old. High School or GED preferred.

### Qualifications

An ideal candidate will have an interest in working with people diagnosed with intellectual disabilities, mental illness, and/or dementia. One year of experience working with the mental health and/or behavioral health population preferred.

### Valid Iowa Drivers License

Valid Iowa Drivers License