Activities Specialist - Full Time - Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital

Activities Specialist

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital, a member of St. Peter's Health Partners, is a state of the art acute rehabilitation hospital located in Schenectady, NY. Sunnyview is the only stand-alone hospital in the region devoted to helping people recover from traumatic injuries, illnesses, and major surgeries. Our acute level of hospital care means our patients receive more hours each week focusing on rehabilitation compared to other facilities such as nursing homes.

Full-Time Activities Specialist at Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital!

Sunnyview is seeking a full-time Activities Specialist to join its team of dedicated healthcare providers assisting individuals with spinal cord injuries, brain injury, amputees, stroke, cardiopulmonary and orthopedic disabilities.

Why Choose Sunnyview?

• Nationally ranked facility! Work in one of the top 30 "Best Rehab Hospitals" according to U.S News and World Reports.
• A Supportive and Family-Like Environment! At Sunnyview, we value all of our employees as essential members of our family. Say goodbye to feeling like "just another number" and embrace the warm community feel of our hospital, backed by ample resources and a supportive network.
• Opportunities for Professional Growth! We believe in empowering our employees to flourish in their careers. As a part of our team, you'll have access to a wide array of growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, opportunities throughout the SPHP network, optional certifications, and much more!

What you will do:

As an Activities Specialist you will work with the lead recreation therapist to employ leisure activities to help patients engage and improve their minds, body and spirits, through the use of games, sports, and craft. They are responsible for planning and implementing recreational services for patients as well as for recreational therapy group work. May be assigned a small caseload.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leisure counseling to individuals with spinal cord injuries, brain injury, amputees, stroke, cardiopulmonary and orthopedic disabilities.
• Direct patient care including formulation of plan of care, and treatment appropriate to age specific programs based on the cognitive, physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social well-being needs of the patient.
• Assist Lead Recreation Therapist in the planning and facilitation of outpatient adaptive experiences and support groups including golf, fishing, rock-climbing, art classes, kayaking, weekly post stroke group and virtual engagement programs.
• Provide leisure resources and supplies to patients and families inpatient while providing excellent bedside manner and efficient time management.
• Function as a part of the multidisciplinary team through attendance of weekly patient round reports, co-treatments with various disciplines and continued communication regarding patient needs and rehabilitative progress.
• Assist Lead Therapist in the implementation of materials to promote inpatient and outpatient programs offered including promotional clinic flyers and monthly activity calendars.
• Complete projects and special assignments by establishing objectives, determining priorities, managing time, gaining cooperation of others, monitoring progress, problem-solving, adjusting plans and adaptations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associates Degree in a field related to therapeutic recreation/activities
• Occupational Therapy Assistants, Recreation Therapists, and individuals with Activities Assistant/Specialist experience are welcome to apply
• 1+ years' experience is preferred working with recreational programs
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills when in contact with physicians, patients, families, and hospital staff
• Moderate work (lifting 15-30 pounds)
• Excellent clinical skills in diverse treatment approaches
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain and organized work environment and department procedures in a productive manner
• Demonstrates advanced and spontaneous problem-solving skills

Pay Range: $20.20 -$27.05 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.