Recreation Group Facilitator
Prairie View, Inc. · prairieview.org
NewtonOn-site
The job in short
Therapeutic recreation and experiential group facilitator at a mental health hospital.
Clinical
Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-09-01
- Location as listed
- Newton, KS, USA
- Role
- Allied Health (other)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: Newton PV - Newton, KS, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Are you energetic, engaging, and enjoy working with people? We're looking for an enthusiastic Recreation Group Facilitator to join our collaborative, three-person team!
If you enjoy leading group games, facilitating team-building activities, spending time outdoors, and helping others stay engaged, this could be a great fit for you. Bonus: You'll also get to work alongside our therapy dog!
What We're Looking For
Active & Engaging: Comfortable being on your feet, participating in recreational activities, facilitating outdoor programming, and leading groups on our Adventure Course throughout the season.
Natural Motivator: Enjoys initiating activities, encouraging participation, and speaking confidently in front of small groups.
Team Player: Willing to collaborate with a small team and assist with campus activities as needed.
Reliable & Adaptable: Able to adjust to changing daily schedules and support program needs.
Qualifications: Minimum Education:
High School degree required;
First Aid certification preferred
Must be CPR certified or certification obtained within 6 months of employment
Must complete training in Experiential education within first 6 months of employment
Must complete training for Level I facilitator, verification through an ACCT approved vendor within the first 18 months of employment.
Minimum Experience: Must have experience working with all ages
Must have a good command of the English language, able to communicate verbally and in writing, in order to document and communicate therapeutically with patients and staff
Must be able to read, understand, and comprehend
Must be able to implement projects and activities which are treatment oriented and diagnostically appropriate
Must be able to observe and interact with patients individually, in groups, and with their families
Must have knowledge and ability to understand and care for the special needs and behaviors of children, adolescents, adults, and older adults
Must be able to teach/demonstrate physical activities
Must be able to monitor patient interactions/verbalizations for appropriateness
Must be able to enforce guidelines consistently
Must be able to stand (agile) for periods of up to one hour
Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds • Must be able to stretch, squat, climb, and bend easily
Must be able to get across campus with ease, often carrying supplies
Must be proficient at basic keyboarding/word-processing skills
Must be able to pass Kansas Bureau of Investigation Screen, Central Registry Screen, and DCF (Kansas Dept. for Children & Families, formerly SRS) background check
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