ACTIVITY AIDE/COORDINATOR -PRN

West Oaks Hospital - 2.8 Houston, TX Job Details Per diem 3 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Therapeutic Recreation Behavioral observation Therapeutic creative process Recreation therapy CPR Certification Music activities for care recipients Program development BLS Certification Care documentation High school diploma or GED Bachelor's degree Wellness activities for care recipients Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds 1 year Clean workspace maintenance Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy Entry level

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Activity Aide/Coordinator Opportunity - PRN West Oaks Hospital has provided psychiatric care to the Houston area and surrounding communities for over four decades. Our 176-bed acute care facility is fully accredited and included a 16-bed residential treatment center for adult chemical dependency. We offer a broad range of behavioral health programs for children, adolescents and adults. Treatment is offered at multiple levels of care including inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist you and answer your questions about treatment options and insurance coverage. The hospital is easily accessible off the Southwest Freeway near the Galleria.

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https://westoakshospital.com/ West Oaks Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented Activity Aide/Coordinator to join our team of compassionate, dedicated professionals. The Activity Coordinator assists the Recreation Therapist and Director of Recreation Therapy in designing and implementing appropriate therapeutic recreation services in order to improve the physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being of the patients. Coordinates entertainment, exercise, relaxation, expression, music, art and other recreational programs

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Assists recreation therapy department in hospital wide special events. Works with treatment team to develop a structured curriculum adaptable to various cultural background, heritage, and identity of patients. Maintains recreational areas and equipment. Completes documentation accurately and timely. Maintains observation of patients and shares appropriate information with manager. Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe environment. Other duties as assigned

Benefit Highlights:

Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generaous Paid Time Off Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries About Universal Health Services One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. From Fortune , ©2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

Education Required:

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, or related field. Licensure and certification

Required:

CPR and hospital de-escalation certifications.

Experience Required:

One year of experience in program specialty.

Preferred:

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