Activity Specialist organizes and provides program content for social events for an organization or group of people. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being an Activity Specialist is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Activity Specialist performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
MU healthcare is looking for a vibrant and compassionate Activity Specialist to join our dynamic team at MUPC. As a crucial member of our Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Group, you'll play a pivotal role in fostering a therapeutic and engaging environment for individuals under our care. We are seeking an individual with a passion for making a difference, someone who can inspire and encourage patient participation in planned activities. If you're ready to bring your enthusiasm and dedication to a rewarding position that transforms lives, we invite you to be a part of the MU Healthcare family.
Location: Columbia, Missouri
Shift: Saturday-Sunday, 8am-4:30pm; Opportunity to pick up hours during the weekclass="SCXO92969331 BCX0" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; white-space: pre !important;">Department: MUPC Therapyclass="SCXO92969331 BCX0" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; white-space: pre !important;">Salary Range: $14.80 - $23.32 (Pay based on experience), plus $1.00 weekend shift differential.
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MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region.
As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.
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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and may require ambulating, remaining in a stationary position and positioning self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 lbs and occasionally move objects up to 25 lbs.