Part-Time

Activity Therapist

Perimeter Healthcare

Perimeter Healthcare

Delivers inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care

Compensation Overview

$16 - $18/hr

Arlington, TX, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Required Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, or Occupational Therapy is preferred.
  • Current Basic Life Support certification is required.
  • Handle with Care de-escalation training certification is required.
  • Knowledge of psychiatric care and mental illness is required.
  • Strong group facilitation skills are required.
  • Excellent documentation abilities are required.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and holidays, is required.
Responsibilities
  • Plan and implement therapeutic recreation programs.
  • Conduct psychosocial and leisure skills assessments.
  • Teach coping skills and stress management techniques.
  • Facilitate group therapy sessions.
  • Provide individualized therapeutic interventions.
  • Participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
  • Communicate patient progress and behavioral changes.
  • Document interventions and treatment outcomes.
  • Contribute to the development of patient care plans.
  • Share insights on patient response to therapy.
  • Model appropriate behaviors and interactions.
  • Apply counseling concepts and methods.
  • Lead group processing activities.
  • Demonstrate expertise in group dynamics.
  • Create engaging therapeutic environments.
Desired Qualifications
  • One year of experience in a behavioral health setting.
  • Background in psychiatric patient care.
  • Experience with diverse patient populations.
  • Crisis intervention training.
  • Knowledge of mental health recovery principles.

Perimeter Healthcare provides behavioral health services across the United States, offering psychiatric care for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. It delivers inpatient and outpatient treatment programs, family sessions, group therapy, and specialty activities like art therapy. The care model is team-based, with daily interaction between patients and psychiatrists supported by nurses, social workers, internists, and pediatricians, ensuring comprehensive, continuous care. Revenue comes from patient care services, including inpatient stays, outpatient programs, and various therapy formats. Compared with peers, Perimeter Healthcare emphasizes a broad, cross-age approach with a strong emphasis on integrated, multidisciplinary treatment and family involvement to support mental health and recovery. The company’s goal is to offer hope and transform lives by helping patients heal and regain their quality of life.

Company Size

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Company Stage

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Total Funding

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Headquarters

Alpharetta, Georgia

Founded

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Perimeter's March 2025 site list shows durable demand across eight operating locations.
  • The Missouri facility says it is fully licensed and in-network with major insurers.
  • Behavioral health demand stays sticky, supporting recurring admissions and referral relationships.

What critics are saying

  • May 2025 charges against Waynesville staff intensified abuse scrutiny at Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri.
  • TorHoerman's April 2026 lawsuit campaign targets alleged sexual abuse, staffing, and supervision failures.
  • The 2025 private sale leaves execution risk if new ownership cannot fix compliance quickly.

What makes Perimeter Healthcare unique

  • Perimeter Healthcare runs 96-bed secure PRTF programs in Waynesville, Missouri.
  • Its multi-state footprint spans Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana, and Missouri.
  • It treats children, adolescents, adults, and seniors across inpatient and residential settings.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental Insurance Options

Professional Development Budget