STEPS Recreation Assistant

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title STEPS Recreation Assistant
Requisition Number TE08120
Department Name H1000:Eastern State Hospital Administration
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $15.00/hour plus shift differentials
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time
Shift
Evening/Weekends 12:30 pm-8:30 pm, days may vary due to working weekends.
Job Summary
The ESH Recreation Assistant, under the supervision of a certified recreational therapist, assists with leisure activities to help patients with disabilities or illnesses. Through games, sports, crafts, and more, they maintain their patients’ physical and emotional well-being to help them integrate back into the community. Their role involves observation and documentation of the client’s well-being and the delivery of appropriate services to promote optimal mental health in an inpatient setting. They facilitate the implementation of the Personal Recovery Plan (PRP) within the scope of duties of a non-licensed professional. These duties also include screening/assessment, scheduling patients for classes, assisting with leading and co-leading recovery mall and on-unit groups and activities as well as escorting patients to and from activities. 
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
High School Graduate or Equivalent is required. Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. No experience is required. The employee shall become familiar with HIPAA regulations and do their utmost to protect all protected health information (PHI) and other personal or sensitive information within their trust during state business by applying appropriate safeguards and sharing only the information required to deliver agency services. Any personal or sensitive information overheard or seen by the employee will be kept confidential by not sharing it with others, on or off the work-site grounds. Fully participate in all activities regarding eliminating the use of seclusion and restraints in patient care including educational requirements, competency development activities, and meeting established performance goals and measures. Must have computer competency in approved systems. Must have excellent customer service skills. 
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 03/26/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. 
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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