Recreational Therapy Aide

River Vista Behavioral Health provides compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health and addiction treatment to Columbus, Ohio and neighboring communities, offering 24/7 assessments and comprehensive care for individuals with mental health and substance use needs.

• Assist the Recreational Therapist in planning, organizing, and facilitating therapeutic recreational activities for patients.
• Support group activities designed to promote socialization, emotional wellness, coping skills, and community integration.
• Prepare activity materials, equipment, and treatment areas prior to scheduled programs.
• Encourage patient participation and engagement in recreational and therapeutic activities.
• Monitor patient behavior during activities and promptly report concerns or significant observations to clinical staff.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment at all times.
• Escort and supervise patients during on-unit and approved off-unit recreational activities as assigned.
• Assist with documenting attendance, participation levels, and activity outcomes.
• Help implement individualized activity plans under the direction of the Recreational Therapist.
• Maintain inventory of recreation supplies and notify supervisors when materials need replenishment.
• Set up and clean activity areas before and after programs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support patient treatment goals.
• Follow facility policies, safety procedures, infection-control standards, and patient confidentiality requirements.
• Establish positive, professional relationships with patients while maintaining appropriate boundaries.

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior work/life experiences, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Prior experience preferably with related software applications.
• Must be able to plan, organize, and conduct a variety of activities
• Basic computer literacy and skills.
• Must possess an active state driver’s license.