BH Recreation Aide - Mountains Behavioral Health - Part Time

Supports safe and effective delivery of recreational and therapeutic programming within inpatient behavioral health services. Promotes and adheres to IRMC core values of ICARE (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and G.R.E.A.T. (Greet, Respond, Explain, Ask, Thank) customer service standards.

Works under the direction of clinical leadership to maintain a structured, therapeutic milieu.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and facilitating therapeutic and recreational group activities.
• Encourage patient participation and engagement in structured programming.
• Support development of coping skills, socialization, and emotional regulation through activities.
• Monitor patient behavior and maintain a safe, structured therapeutic milieu.
• Report changes in patient behavior, mood, or safety concerns to nursing staff immediately.
• Assist with patient observation responsibilities as assigned, in accordance with unit protocols.
• Maintain awareness of suicide precautions and environmental safety expectations.
• Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary treatment team members.
• Document patient participation and behaviors in accordance with facility standards.
• Set up and maintain activity spaces, ensuring safety and cleanliness.
• Remove unsafe or contraband items as directed.
• Assist with patient transport and unit programming as directed by clinical staff.
• Demonstrate professional boundaries and trauma-informed care approaches.
• May be required to float to other behavioral health units as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols and respond appropriately during behavioral health emergencies.
• Does not provide clinical assessment or therapy; escalates all clinical concerns to licensed staff.

Qualifications

Required

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Experience working in behavioral health, including facilitating group activities or working in structured programming environments, preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: BLS certification required or obtained within 1 month of hire.