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Activity Therapist/MHW FT Eves Float
Butler Hospital
Location : Providence, RI, 02903
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
The Activity Therapist/Mental Health Worker works in collaboration with unit staff and the inter-disciplinary treatment team (under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist) in implementing groups and activities within the hospital milieu to meet the educational, recreational, and social needs of the patients.
Responsibilities:Insures a safe and therapeutic environment on the unit through observation monitoring, interacting and providing groups.
When assigned assists registered nurses in direct care of patients, specifically patients’ activities of daily living.
Provides role as patient advocate through his/ /her own role modeling of standards of performance and by communicating and meeting patients’ needs for service.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in any of the social sciences preferred.
Training and Experience:Experience in working with mentally ill clients, experience working with activity based groups preferred.
Special Qualifications:Excellent communication skills. Ability to work with others in a collaborative manner. Creative and flexible.
Schedule:36/72 Every Other Weekend / Float
Care New England Health System (CNE)and its member institutions: Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.
EEOC Statement:Care New Englandis an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.
Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case by case basis.
Freqently Asked Questions
Expertise in engaging mentally ill patients through therapeutic activities, strong communication, and adaptability are essential for an Activity Therapist/MHW FT Eves Float. This role demands creativity and teamwork to maintain a safe, supportive environment during variable evening shifts.
Working a 36/72 every other weekend float schedule offers unique flexibility but requires managing energy across longer shifts. Mental Health Workers must adapt to fluctuating patient needs while balancing recovery time, making self-care crucial for sustained performance.
Yes, therapeutic group facilitation and patient advocacy skills acquired as an Activity Therapist are valuable across various Providence mental health facilities. Local institutions often seek professionals who can adapt recreational therapy techniques to diverse patient populations.
Butler Hospital stands out by integrating interdisciplinary collaboration and emphasizing creative, patient-centered group activities. Activity Therapists here benefit from working alongside occupational therapists and a strong ethical framework, enhancing professional growth in mental health support.
This position involves leading therapeutic groups, monitoring patient safety during evening hours, and assisting nursing staff with daily living activities. The role is dynamic, requiring quick rapport building and flexibility to respond to patients' evolving social and recreational needs.
Salaries for Activity Therapists in Providence typically range from $40,000 to $55,000 annually. Evening float positions might offer additional incentives due to off-peak hours, reflecting the specialized skills and commitment needed for mental health support roles.
Due to growing mental health awareness, Providence shows moderate to high demand for flexible float roles like Activity Therapist/MHW FT Eves Float. Candidates with experience in group facilitation and mental health care have an edge amid this competitive but rewarding market.
Butler Hospital fosters a collaborative and ethical work environment, encouraging Activity Therapists to employ creative, flexible approaches tailored to individual patient needs. Evening shifts emphasize teamwork and proactive communication to maintain therapeutic consistency.
Beyond a bachelor’s degree, proven experience with mentally ill clients, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to creatively design and adapt group activities are critical. Flexibility and teamwork are also key attributes sought for evening float positions.
This title highlights a dual focus on therapeutic activity facilitation and mental health work during evening floating shifts. It underscores a need for versatile professionals adept at patient interaction, safety monitoring, and supporting nursing care in a dynamic environment.
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