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Schedule: Full-Time DaysYour experience matters Mesa Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Activities Therapy Coordinator joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you’ll contribute An Activities Therapy Coordinator who excels in this role will: Apply appropriate theory and standards for decision and actions regarding therapeutic practicesAssesses patient needs utilizing cultural, religious, and physical disabilities, in the determination of capabilities in groups and with specific activitiesDocuments the patient’s response to interventions pertinent to patient treatment on daily/weekly progress status, as appropriateCompletes all assessments within the time frame allotted and contributes to assessment workload balance between therapistsFormulates the initial and subsequent treatment programs in accordance with the attending physician’s/licensed practitioner’s treatment ordersDevelops a plan of care with specific and measurable goals, objectives, and interventions defining actions unique to each patient’s needsProvides therapy treatment procedures according to the treatments plan, communicate, and work with the patient to achieve the greatest benefit and resolutionMaintains constant communication with the treatment team, therapist, and physician/licensed practitioner when patient is not responding the treatmentsContributes to the effective functioning of the patient’s programUnderstands the age differences and the corresponding developmental needsProvides activities suitable to the patient’s needs and offers a variety of stimuli in accordance with the treatment planMaintains a quality program to satisfy the therapeutic needs of the patientOffers direction and education to maintain clear communication of expectationsProvides quality programming to support the objectives of the patient and their needsReassesses and updates treatment plan goals when there are significant changes in the patient’s condition in compliance with facility policy or after patient’s stay has exceeded 7 daysContributes to treatment planning with feedback to clinical and program staff to achieve therapeutic interventionsProvides directions to clinical and unit staff regarding activity-related groupsProvides input into patient’s AT goals to the treatment teams and records any treatment updates on the treatment update form in treatment team when applicableCoaches and onboards other ATs to ensure they perform to standards of performance under the guidance of the DCSCoordinates the workflows and schedules of other ATs as directed by DCSCoordinates and plans for programming and treatment goalsCoordinates and assures material availability to meet plansCoordinates these plans with other ATsMaintains AT budget and ordering of supplies needed for group programmingCoordinates holiday and special event plans to encourage patient participation in groupsCoordinates these plans with other ATsWorks with DCS in developing unit schedules/programming and newsletters provided to patients dailyWhy join usWe believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage, tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.What we’re looking for Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute in Recreational Therapy (CTRS) Music Therapy (MT-BC), Art Therapy (ATR, ATR-BC, ATR-P, LPAT) or similar field required. Additional requirements include:Current CTRS, Certified Music Therapist or Certified Art Therapist license as required by state regulationsPrevious experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferredCPR Certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 daysMore about Mesa SpringsMesa Springs is a Behavioral Health hospital, offering exceptional care to the Fort Worth, TX community. EEOC Statement“Mesa Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mesa Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Full timePosting Date: 2026-08-04

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